Heavy rain and temperature drop predicted across Thailand
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has forecasted that heavy rain is expected in the southern regions of Thailand, with potential flooding and flash floods due to increased rainfall. Meanwhile, the upper regions will experience a drop in temperatures by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius.
A high-pressure system, or a moderately strong cold air mass, has moved from China to cover upper Thailand and the upper southern regions. This weather pattern is causing temperatures to fall by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius, accompanied by strong winds.
The northeastern and northern parts of Thailand are experiencing cool to cold weather, while the central region, including Bangkok and its vicinity, as well as the eastern and upper southern regions, are experiencing cooler temperatures. On the mountaintops and peaks, the weather is cold to very cold, prompting officials to advise residents to take care of their health due to the colder conditions. Additionally, caution against fire hazards is advised due to dry and windy conditions.
The TMD has also provided a weather forecast for the new year festival, predicting a 4-degree drop in temperatures and heavy rain. In the southern region, rainfall is increasing, with some areas experiencing very heavy rain.
People in these areas are advised to be cautious of heavy rain, which could result in accumulated rainfall leading to sudden flooding and flash floods, particularly in hilly areas near waterways and low-lying regions. The northeast monsoon, which is relatively strong, is influencing the Gulf of Thailand, the southern region, and the Andaman Sea, leading to strong winds in the Gulf of Thailand, with waves reaching 2 to 2 metres high.
In areas with thunderstorms, waves can exceed 3 metres. The Andaman Sea is experiencing waves approximately 1 metre high, with waves further from the shore reaching more than 1 metre, and in areas with thunderstorms, waves exceeding 2 metres.
Weather forecast
Mariners in these areas are advised to navigate with caution and avoid sailing in areas with thunderstorms. Small boats in the Gulf of Thailand are advised to refrain from leaving the shore during this period.
Air quality in upper Thailand is currently at a moderate to high level of dust and haze accumulation. However, it is expected to improve due to stronger winds covering the area, which will enhance air circulation.
The weather forecast for Thailand from 6am today to 6am tomorrow is as follows:
In the northern region, the weather is cool to cold with morning fog, and temperatures will drop by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature is between 12 and 20 degrees Celsius, and the maximum is 27 to 32 degrees Celsius.
On mountain peaks, the weather is cold to very cold, with minimum temperatures ranging from 4 to 12 degrees Celsius. Winds are from the east at speeds of 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
The northeastern region is experiencing cool to cold weather with strong winds, and temperatures will decrease by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature is between 11 and 18 degrees Celsius, and the maximum is 26 to 29 degrees Celsius.
On mountain peaks, it is cold to very cold, with minimum temperatures ranging from 6 to 12 degrees Celsius. Winds are from the northeast at speeds of 10 to 30 kilometres per hour.
In the central region, the weather is cool in the morning with strong winds, and temperatures will decrease by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature is between 18 and 21 degrees Celsius, and the maximum is 29 to 32 degrees Celsius. Winds are from the northeast at speeds of 10 to 25 kilometres per hour.
The eastern region is experiencing cool morning weather with strong winds, and temperatures will decrease by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature is between 18 and 22 degrees Celsius, and the maximum is 29 to 32 degrees Celsius.
Winds are from the northeast at speeds of 15 to 35 kilometres per hour. The sea has waves approximately 1 metre high, with waves 2 metres high further from the shore.
In the southern region (east coast), the upper area is experiencing cool morning weather, and temperatures will decrease by 1 to 2 degrees Celsius. Thunderstorms occur in 60% of the area, with heavy to very heavy rain in some places, particularly in Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat.
The minimum temperature is between 18 and 25 degrees Celsius, and the maximum is 27 to 31 degrees Celsius. Winds are from the northeast at speeds of 20 to 40 kilometres per hour. The sea has waves 2 to 3 metres high, with waves exceeding 3 metres in areas with thunderstorms.
The southern region (west coast) experiences thunderstorms in 30% of the area, mainly in Ranong, Phang Nga, Krabi, and Trang. The minimum temperature is between 23 and 26 degrees Celsius, and the maximum is 28 to 32 degrees Celsius.
Winds are from the northeast at speeds of 15 to 35 kilometres per hour. The sea has waves approximately 1 metre high, with waves 1 to 2 metres high further from the shore, and waves exceeding 2 metres in areas with thunderstorms, reported KhaoSod.
Bangkok and its vicinity are experiencing cool morning weather with strong winds, and temperatures will decrease by 1 to 2 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature is between 19 to 22 degrees Celsius, and the maximum is 29 to 32 degrees Celsius. Winds are from the northeast at speeds of 10 to 25 kilometres per hour.
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