Thailand heatwave hits 28 provinces with summer storms
Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a weather warning for today, April 5, highlighting intense heat in some areas and storms affecting 28 provinces, including Bangkok. Strong gusty winds and high waves in the sea are also expected, urging residents to exercise caution.
In Thailand’s upper regions, low pressure from heat is causing overall hot weather, with extreme heat in parts of the North and Central areas. Meanwhile, southern and southeastern winds are bringing moisture to the North, Central, Bangkok, its vicinity, and the East, resulting in thunderstorms and gusty winds in these areas. Residents are advised to stay alert for potential hazards related to these weather conditions.
The eastern winds affecting the Gulf of Thailand, the South, and the Andaman Sea are expected to bring thunderstorms. Wave heights in the Gulf of Thailand are forecasted at 1-2 metres, rising over 2 metres during thunderstorms. Similarly, the Andaman Sea is expected to have waves around 1 metre high, with heights exceeding 1 metre offshore and over 2 metres during storms. Mariners in these areas are advised to navigate carefully and avoid stormy conditions.
Dust and haze accumulation in the North and Central regions are moderate to high, mainly due to weak to moderate winds.
Weather forecast
The northern region will experience generally hot weather, with extreme heat in some areas. Thunderstorms are expected in 20% of the region, primarily in Nan, Phrae, Uttaradit, Sukhothai, Phitsanulok, Tak, and Kamphaeng Phet provinces. Temperatures will range from 24-28°C, peaking at 37-40°C. Southern winds will blow at 5-15 km/h.
In the Northeast, the weather will be hot, with temperatures between 22-26°C and reaching 36-38°C. Southeastern winds will have speeds of 10-25 km/h.
The central region will also face hot conditions, with some areas experiencing extreme heat and thunderstorms in 20% of the region. Uthai Thani, Lopburi, Saraburi, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, Samut Songkhram, and Samut Sakhon will be primarily affected. Temperatures will range from 25-27°C, reaching highs of 37-40°C. Southern winds will blow at 10-20 km/h.
The eastern region will be hot, with thunderstorms in 20% of the area, mainly in Chon Buri, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Temperatures will be between 25-28°C and 34-38°C. Southeastern winds will blow at 15-30 km/h. The sea will have waves about 1 metre high, rising over 2 metres during thunderstorms.
In the South (East Coast), 30% of the area will experience thunderstorms, mostly in Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat. Temperatures will range from 24-26°C, peaking at 31-35°C. Eastern winds will blow at 15-35 km/h, with sea waves reaching 1-2 metres and over 2 metres in stormy areas.
The South (West Coast) will see thunderstorms in 20% of the region, mainly in Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, Trang, and Satun. Temperatures will be between 23-26°C, reaching 33-36°C. Eastern winds will blow at 15-30 km/h, with sea waves around 1 metre high, exceeding 1 metre offshore, and over 2 metres during thunderstorms, reported KhaoSod.
Bangkok and its vicinity will experience hot weather with thunderstorms in 20% of the area. Temperatures will range from 26-27°C, reaching 36-38°C. Southern winds will blow at 10-20 km/h.
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