Thailand’s north faces rising temperatures and increased dust risk
The Meteorological Department of Thailand has issued a warning regarding rising temperatures in the northern regions, with hot conditions expected during the day. This change in weather could lead to increased PM2.5 dust particle accumulation.
The forecast for the next 24 hours indicates higher temperatures in northern Thailand, with hot conditions prevailing during the day.
This is due to a weakening high-pressure system or a cool air mass covering the northeast and the South China Sea.
Despite this, cooler temperatures and light morning fog are likely in the north and northeast.
Easterly and southeasterly winds are contributing to possible thunderstorms in some areas.
Residents in northern Thailand are advised to take care of their health due to these fluctuating weather conditions.
In the south, the easterly winds affecting the Gulf of Thailand, the southern region, and the Andaman Sea are weakening, leading to reduced rainfall.
In the lower Gulf of Thailand, moderate sea conditions are expected, with waves reaching 1 to 2 metres and exceeding 2 metres in stormy areas. Mariners in the Gulf and the Andaman Sea are advised to navigate cautiously and avoid areas of thunderstorms.
Currently, the accumulation of dust and smog in northern Thailand is low to moderate, but it is expected to increase due to the weakened winds in the region.
In the north, cool mornings with light fog are expected, followed by hot afternoons, with temperatures rising by 1 to 2°C. Minimum temperatures will range from 18 to 23°C, while maximum temperatures will be 34 to 38°C.
Mountain areas will experience colder conditions, with minimum temperatures between 8 and 15°C and southern winds at speeds of 10 to 15 km/h.
In the northeast, mornings will be cool with light fog, transitioning to hot afternoons. Temperatures will rise by 1 to 2°C, with minimums of 18 to 24°C and maximums of 37 to 38°C.
Mountain areas will remain cool to cold, with minimum temperatures between 10 and 18°C and easterly winds at 10 to 20 km/h.
Central Thailand will see hot afternoons with a 1 to 2°C temperature rise, accompanied by isolated thunderstorms mostly in the lower region. Minimum temperatures will be 22 to 25°C, with maximum temperatures reaching 35 to 38°C and southeasterly winds at 10 to 15 km/h.
In the eastern region, hot daytime conditions are expected with a 1 to 2°C temperature rise and isolated thunderstorms, mainly along the coast. Minimum temperatures will range from 23 to 26°C, while maximums will be 33 to 37°C.
Southeasterly winds will blow at speeds of 10 to 30 km/h, with waves below 1 metre, reaching around 1 metre offshore. Thunderstorms may cause waves to exceed 2 metres.
In the southern region (east coast), thunderstorms will occur in 10% of the area, primarily in Phatthalung, Songkhla, Yala, and Narathiwat provinces.
Minimum temperatures will be 23 to 26°C, with maximums between 30 and 33°C. From Surat Thani province northwards, easterly winds will blow at 15 to 30 km/h, with seas having waves around 1 metre.
Thunderstorms could cause waves to exceed 2 metres. From Nakhon Si Thammarat province southwards, winds will reach 15 to 35 km/h, with sea waves at 1 to 2 metres and higher during thunderstorms, reported KhaoSod.
In the southern region (west coast), thunderstorms will cover 10% of the area, mainly in Trang and Satun provinces.
Minimum temperatures will be 22 to 26°C, with maximums of 32 to 35°C. Easterly winds will blow at speeds of 15 to 30 km/h, with sea waves around 1 metre, rising to over 1 metre offshore and exceeding 2 metres in stormy areas.
Bangkok and surrounding areas will experience hot afternoons with a 1 to 2°C temperature rise. Minimum temperatures will be 25 to 26°C, with maximums of 35 to 37°C, and southeasterly winds at 10 to 15 km/h.
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