Weather warning: Thailand set for thunderous theatrics and chilly mornings

The Thailand Meteorology Department (TMD) warns of thunderstorms across 14 provinces, with foggy mornings and cooler temperatures in the north and northeast regions of Thailand. The south experiences waves up to 2 metres high, while Bangkok sees fog and a minimum temperature of 25 degrees Celsius, as reported on today.

The TMD’s 24-hour forecast states that high atmospheric pressure, or a cold air mass, covers the northern and northeastern parts of the country, creating foggy mornings. The northern and northeastern regions continue to experience cooler temperatures in the morning.

On the other hand, the southwesterly winds cover the north, resulting in scattered rainfall. Residents in these areas are advised to take care of their health due to changing weather conditions and to exercise caution when passing through foggy areas.

The northeastern monsoons covering the lower Gulf of Thailand and the lower south region remain moderate but continue to cause scattered thunderstorms in the lower south. Waves in the lower Gulf of Thailand are moderate, with heights of 1-2 metres and over 2 metres in stormy areas. Mariners are advised to navigate with caution and avoid areas with thunderstorms during this period.

In the north, the weather is cool with morning fog and scattered showers. Minimum temperatures range from 21-23 degrees Celsius, while the highest temperatures range from 33-37 degrees Celsius. At the mountaintop, the weather is cold with a minimum temperature of 11-15 degrees Celsius. The winds are from the southwest, with speeds of 5-15 kilometres per hour.

In the northeast, the weather is cool with morning fog. Minimum temperatures range from 20-22 degrees Celsius, while the highest temperatures range from 34-36 degrees Celsius. At the mountain top, the weather is cool to cold with a minimum temperature of 14-18 degrees Celsius. The winds are from the Southeast, with speeds of 10-25 kilometres per hour.

Cloudy weather

In the central region, there is slight morning fog and partly cloudy weather. Minimum temperatures range from 22-24 degrees Celsius, while the highest temperatures range from 35-36 degrees Celsius. Winds are from the East, with speeds of 10-15 kilometres per hour.

In the east, there is slight morning fog and partly cloudy weather. Minimum temperatures range from 23-25 degrees Celsius, while the highest temperatures range from 33-35 degrees Celsius. Winds are from the southeast, with speeds of 10-30 kilometres per hour. The sea has waves less than 1 metre high.

In the south (east coast), there are thunderstorms in 30% of the area, mostly in Pattalung, Songkhla, Pattani, and Narathiwat provinces. Minimum temperatures range from 22-23 degrees Celsius, while the highest temperatures range from 31-34 degrees Celsius. The winds are from the northeast, with speeds of 10-30 kilometres per hour. The sea has waves less than 1 metre high and over 1 metre in stormy areas.

In the south (West Coast), there are thunderstorms in 30% of the area, mostly in Phang Nga, Krabi, Trang, and Satun provinces. Minimum temperatures range from 24-26 degrees Celsius, while the highest temperatures range from 33-35 degrees Celsius. The winds are from the east, with speeds of 10-30 kilometres per hour. The sea has waves less than 1 metre high and over 1 metre in stormy areas.

In Bangkok and its vicinity, there is slight morning fog and partly cloudy weather. Minimum temperatures range from 25-26 degrees Celsius, while the highest temperatures range from 34-36 degrees Celsius, reported KhaoSod.