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  • Thailand Weather Updates

    Thailand faces hot spells and storms, north hits 41°C

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a weather warning as the country braces for a day of scorching temperatures and thunderstorms. The northern region is expected to experience the highest temperatures, soaring up to 41 degrees Celsius, while the southern provinces face rough seas with waves exceeding 2 metres. In Bangkok and the surrounding areas, residents can expect hot weather…

  • Thailand News

    Man dies from extreme heat in zinc-clad Thai home

    In a tragic turn of events, a 39 year old man succumbed to the extreme heat in Thailand, passing away inside his zinc-clad home. His sister recounted the harrowing moments leading up to his final breath, revealing his last words before his untimely death. On the afternoon of May 3, in the community of Premruethai, Bang Phli district, Samut Prakan…

  • Thailand News

    Thailand schools advised to halt in-person teaching during extreme heat

    The Basic Education Commission’s secretary-general issued guidance to all school administrations to halt in-person teachings during periods of extreme heat. Thanu Wongchinda’s announcement, made yesterday, aims to safeguard the health of both students and teachers, considering the potential risk of heat stroke. The first half of April is predicted to bring intense heat, particularly affecting regions such as the northeast,…

  • Health

    Sun safety in Thailand: A guide to flawless skin in the heat

    Sun safety in Thailand is a crucial aspect to consider when planning your trip. With its tropical climate and strong sunlight, it becomes even more essential to prioritise skin health and sunburn prevention to make the most of your time under the Thai sun. By implementing effective sun protection tips, you can shield your skin from the damaging effects of…

  • Northern Thailand News

    Thailand’s Lampang province hits 42 degrees Celsius

    The scorching heat has engulfed Thailand’s northern Lampang province, with temperatures peaking at 42 degrees Celsius in the Thoen district on Monday and yesterday, April 2, recording the highest temperatures of this year’s summer. The Mueang district also experienced soaring temperatures, with the mercury touching 41.8 Celsius, according to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD). This heatwave in Lampang, which began…

  • Thailand Weather Updates

    Bangkok scorched at 38°C with thunderstorms looming

    Bangkok and its surrounding regions are experiencing scorching temperatures today, with highs reaching a blistering 38 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, thunderstorms are predicted in some areas of the northeastern and eastern provinces. The latest forecast by the Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) indicates that a low-pressure system, caused by intense heat covering the upper parts of Thailand, is contributing to the…

  • Thailand Weather Updates

    Thailand grapples with scorching heat and sporadic thunderstorms

    Thailand is currently experiencing a period of intense heat, with many areas also facing sporadic thunderstorms. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a 24-hour forecast indicating that a low-pressure system, stemming from the prevailing heat, is covering the upper parts of the country. This system is expected to bring very hot weather and isolated thunderstorms throughout the day. The…

  • Cannabis

    How to protect growing cannabis from heat stress

    Growing cannabis in the sun-soaked paradise of Thailand is an absolute thrill ride, packed with excitement at every turn! But brace yourself, because it’s also filled with some wild challenges! Battling the blazing sun and sizzling heat is like facing a fiery dragon. Those glorious rays are incredible for nurturing lush, vibrant cannabis plants, but sometimes it feels like we’re…

  • Thailand Weather Updates

    Thailand braces for record-breaking summer heat in five provinces

    Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a stark warning that this year’s summer season could bring even more intense heat than the previous year to five provinces, already topping the charts as the hottest in the country. The forecast, released on February 13, suggests a sweltering summer ahead with temperatures that could soar to a scorching 44.5 degrees Celsius. The five…

  • Thailand Weather Updates

    Thailand faces sizzling heat, heavy rain, and health warnings

    The Thai Meteorological Department predicts sizzling heat and heavy rain and warns residents to take care of their health. This morning, the Meteorological Department issued a weather forecast for the next 24 hours, warning that the northern parts of Thailand may experience scorching temperatures with partly cloudy skies during the daytime. Some areas may experience heavy rain and thunderstorms. Residents are…

  • Thailand Weather Updates

    Pattaya and eastern region weather: Hot with haze and isolated thundershowers

    In the coming days, Pattaya and Thailand’s eastern region are expected to experience hot weather with haze and occasional thundershowers. In various areas, very hot conditions are predicted, with thundershowers likely to occur in Prachinburi, Chanthaburi, Chon Buri (Pattaya), and Trat. Residents can expect minimum temperatures of 26 to 30 degrees Celsius and maximum temperatures of 35-40°C. Southwesterly winds of…

  • Thailand Weather Updates

    Today’s weather forecast for Thailand: Hot temperatures and health precautions

    The Thai Meteorological Department forecasted that temperatures in Thailand will generally be hot today (Sunday), accompanied by partly cloudy skies during the day. Certain areas in the northern part of the country are expected to experience scorching heat. Citizens were requested to take care of their health and watch for heatstroke caused by the intense weather conditions. This situation has…

  • Thailand Weather Updates

    Heat and drought expected to impact Thailand

    Heat and drought are expected to impact Thailand soon. The end of the summer season is predicted to arrive by the middle of month, but Thailand is expected to face the harsh impact of the El Niño phenomenon around the middle of June. This will lead to severe drought conditions, according to the Meteorological Department (MD), Bangkok Post reports. The…