Bangkok and 46 provinces brace for thunderstorms and heavy rain
Weather forecasts indicate that 47 provinces in Thailand will experience thunderstorms and strong winds, with Bangkok likely to see heavy rainfall from the afternoon into the evening. Residents are advised to remain cautious, especially in southern regions where rain is expected to cover 60% of the area.
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) predicts that the upper part of the country will continue to experience thunderstorms and gusty winds, accompanied by hot weather.
This is due to the southwest winds affecting the upper regions. People in these areas should be vigilant of potential weather hazards and maintain their health due to the heat.
In the south, thunderstorms are also expected, influenced by westerly winds over the Andaman Sea and southern Thailand.
The Andaman Sea will see waves reaching about 1 metre, increasing to over 2 metres during thunderstorms. Mariners in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea are advised to avoid sailing in thunderstorm areas.
The accumulation of dust and smog in the upper regions remains low to moderate due to moderate wind strength and sporadic rainfall.
The weather forecast from 6am today until 6am tomorrow details various regional conditions.
Weather forecast
In North Thailand, hot weather is expected with 30% of areas experiencing thunderstorms and some strong winds, primarily in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Lampang, Tak, Kamphaeng Phet, Phichit, and Phetchabun.
Temperatures will range from 23-25°C at the lowest and 35-38°C at the highest, with southwest winds blowing at speeds of 5-15 km/h.
Northeast Thailand will also see hot conditions, with 30% of the region experiencing thunderstorms and gusty winds, particularly in Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Nong Bua Lam Phu, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Chaiyaphum, Kalasin, Mukdahan, Roi Et, and Nakhon Ratchasima.
Temperatures will range from 23-26°C at the lowest and 36-39°C at the highest, with southwest winds of 10-20 km/h.
Central Thailand will be hot with thunderstorms in 30% of areas, mainly in Nakhon Sawan, Uthai Thani, Lopburi, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, Nakhon Pathom, Samut Sakhon, and Samut Songkhram. Temperatures will range from 23-26°C at the lowest and 36-39°C at the highest, with southwest winds of 10-20 km/h.
In East Thailand, 30% of the area will experience thunderstorms, especially in Nakhon Nayok, Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Temperatures will range from 24-27°C at the lowest and 33-36°C at the highest, with southern winds at speeds of 10-30 km/h. Sea waves will be below 1 metre, rising to over 2 metres during thunderstorms.
The southern region on the eastern coast will have thunderstorms in 60% of areas, particularly in Chumphon, Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Yala, and Narathiwat. Temperatures will range from 23-25°C at the lowest and 33-36°C at the highest, with western winds of 10-30 km/h. Sea waves will be below 1 metre, rising to over 2 metres in stormy conditions.
On the western coast of the south, 60% of the area will see thunderstorms, mostly in Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, Trang, and Satun. Temperatures will range from 24-26°C at the lowest and 33-35°C at the highest, with western winds of 15-30 km/h. Sea waves will reach about 1 metre high, increasing to over 2 metres in stormy weather, reported KhaoSod.
In Bangkok and its surrounding areas, hot weather is expected with thunderstorms occurring in 20% of the area, mainly from the afternoon to evening. Temperatures will range from 26-28°C at the lowest and 35-38°C at the highest, with southwest winds moving at 10-20 km/h.
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