Thai and mighty: Thunderstorms roll in with a chilly twist
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warns of thunderstorms across 28 provinces from today, including Bangkok, with strong winds and hail expected in some areas. Temperatures are predicted to drop by up to 3 degrees Celsius.
The weather forecast for the next 24 hours indicates thunderstorms, strong winds, and possible hail in the northern, central, and southern upper regions of Thailand, including Bangkok and surrounding areas. Thunderstorms may also occur in the northeastern and eastern regions.
Following this, a significant drop in temperature is expected in northern Thailand, with temperatures decreasing by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius due to strong winds.
This weather change is attributed to a high-pressure system or cold air mass from China, which has moved over northeastern Thailand and the South China Sea. It is expected to spread across the northern, central, and eastern regions today.
Residents in these areas, particularly in the north, central, and upper south, are advised to be cautious of the approaching summer storms. It is recommended to avoid travelling through areas with thunderstorms or staying in open spaces, under large trees, or near unstable structures and billboards.
Farmers should reinforce their crops and prepare to protect agricultural produce and livestock from potential damage. They should also maintain their health during this period of weather change.
Weather forecast
Additionally, the strengthening east and southeast winds over the Gulf of Thailand, the south, and the Andaman Sea will result in increased rainfall and heavy downpours in some southern areas. The lower Gulf of Thailand is experiencing stronger winds, with waves reaching 2 to 3 metres and more than 3 metres in thunderstorm areas.
The upper Gulf and the Andaman Sea will have waves between 1 and 2 metres, with greater heights in thunderstorm areas. Residents in the south should stay alert for heavy rainfall, and sailors are advised to avoid areas with thunderstorms. Small boats should refrain from venturing out to sea until March 20.
Dust accumulation in upper Thailand is rated from good to moderate due to rainfall and strong winds. However, in the north, the accumulation remains moderate to high due to weaker winds.
North: Generally hot with a 20% chance of thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail, especially in Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lamphun, Lampang, Kamphaeng Phet, Sukhothai, and Tak. Temperatures range from 21 to 25°C to 33 to 36°C, with southeast winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
Northeast: Temperatures to drop by 1 to 3°C with strong winds and isolated rain. Temperatures range from 17 to 22°C to 26 to 33°C, with northeast winds at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour.
Strong winds
Central: Generally hot with a 20% chance of thunderstorms and strong winds, mainly in Nakhon Sawan, Uthai Thani, Suphan Buri, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, Nakhon Pathom, Samut Songkhram, and Samut Sakhon. Temperatures will drop by 1 to 2°C, ranging from 25 to 27°C to 35 to 36°C, with southeast winds at 10 to 25 kilometres per hour.
East: There is a 10% chance of thunderstorms, mainly in Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Temperatures will drop by 1 to 2°C, ranging from 23 to 26°C to 31 to 34°C, with southeast winds at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour. Seas have waves about 1 metre high, and over 2 metres in thunderstorm areas.
South (east coast): 30% chance of thunderstorms with strong winds and heavy rain in Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, and Chumphon. Temperatures range from 22 to 26°C to 32 to 34°C. From Surat Thani upwards, east winds at 15 to 35 kilometres per hour, with waves 1 to 2 metres high, over 2 metres in thunderstorm areas.
From Nakhon Si Thammarat downwards, east winds at 20 to 40 kilometres per hour, with waves 2 to 3 metres high, over 3 metres in thunderstorm areas.
South (west coast): 20% chance of thunderstorms, mainly in Ranong, Phangnga, Phuket, and Krabi. Temperatures range from 24 to 25°C to 33 to 35°C, with east winds at 15 to 35 kilometres per hour. Seas have waves 1 to 2 metres high, over 2 metres in thunderstorm areas, reported KhaoSod.
Bangkok and Surrounding Areas: 20% chance of thunderstorms with strong winds. Temperatures will drop by 1 to 2°C, ranging from 26 to 27°C to 33 to 36°C, with southeast winds at 10 to 25 kilometres per hour.
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