Storm warning: Thailand set for a wild wet and windy ride
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) has warned about heavy rain in 20 provinces, including Bangkok, advising caution due to potential dangers. Upper Thailand is experiencing extreme heat, with preparations needed for the upcoming summer storm, including strong winds and hail expected today, March 26.
A 24-hour weather forecast indicates that upper Thailand remains generally hot, with some areas experiencing extreme heat and haze. Thunderstorms with strong winds are anticipated in certain areas due to low atmospheric pressure caused by heat and the presence of southwesterly and southeasterly winds.
Residents in upper Thailand should maintain health precautions due to the hot to extremely hot weather by avoiding prolonged outdoor activities. They should also be cautious of thunderstorms and strong winds. The TMD has forecasted accumulated rainfall for the next 15 days, urging preparedness for summer storms.
The easterly and southeasterly winds over the Gulf of Thailand, the southern region, and the Andaman Sea are weak, resulting in reduced rainfall in the south. Waves in the Gulf and Andaman Sea are about 1 metre high, but are higher in thunderstorm areas. Mariners in these regions are advised to navigate cautiously and avoid sailing in stormy areas.
From March 29 to April 1, a weak high-pressure system or cold air mass from China will extend over northern Laos, northern Vietnam, and the South China Sea, bringing moisture to upper Thailand. This region, already experiencing hot to extremely hot conditions, is expected to face summer storms, including thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail, with potential lightning in some areas.
Residents should be vigilant against the dangers of summer storms, avoiding travel through storm-hit areas or staying in open spaces, under large trees, unstable structures, and billboards. Farmers are advised to strengthen fruit trees and take preventive measures to protect crops and livestock from potential damage, while also taking care of their health amid changing weather conditions.
Weather forecast
The weather forecast from 6am today to 6am tomorrow indicates hot to extremely hot conditions with haze in the north, with 10% of the area experiencing thunderstorms and strong winds, particularly in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Tak, Phitsanulok, and Phetchabun. Temperatures range from 19 to 27 degrees Celsius, peaking between 36 and 41°C, with southwesterly winds at 10 to 15 kilometres per hour.
In the northeast, hot weather prevails with haze and extreme heat in some areas. Minimum temperatures are 22 to 26°C, with maximum temperatures reaching 37 to 40°C. Southeasterly winds blow at 10 to 15 kilometres per hour.
Central Thailand faces hot to extremely hot weather with haze, thunderstorms in 10% of the area and strong winds, mainly in Kanchanaburi, Uthai Thani, and Ratchaburi. Temperatures range from 25 to 27°C to 38 to 41°C, with southerly winds at 10 to 15 kilometres per hour.
Eastern Thailand is hot with haze, thunderstorms in 10% of the area, and strong winds, especially in Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Temperatures range from 25 to 27°C to 33 to 39°C, with southeasterly winds at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour. The sea has waves about 1 metre high, higher in thunderstorm areas.
In the south (east coast), 10% of the area experiences thunderstorms, mainly in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Yala, and Narathiwat. Temperatures range from 23 to 26°C to 33 to 36°C, with southeasterly winds at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour. The sea has waves about 1 metre high, higher in thunderstorm areas.
The south (west coast) also sees thunderstorms in 10% of the area, notably in Krabi, Trang, and Satun. Temperatures range from 24 to 25°C to 34 to 36°C, with easterly winds at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour. The sea has waves about 1 metre high, higher offshore and in thunderstorm areas, reported KhaoSod.
Bangkok and its vicinity are generally hot with haze and with thunderstorms in 10% of the area. Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C to 35 to 39°C, with southerly winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
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