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  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy monsoon rains to hit 42 Thai provinces including Bangkok

    Heavy monsoon rains to hit 42 Thai provinces including Bangkok

    Heavy monsoon rains are expected to lash 42 provinces across Thailand, including Bangkok, with 70% of the area predicted to experience significant rainfall. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued warnings for flash floods and forest runoffs. TMD forecasts that monsoon troughs will traverse the upper southern and eastern regions of Thailand, moving into a low-pressure area over southern Vietnam. Concurrently,…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesMonsoon brings heavy rain to central, eastern, southern Thailand

    Monsoon brings heavy rain to central, eastern, southern Thailand

    Weather conditions for today see a monsoon trough passing through central, eastern, and southern regions, including Bangkok, bringing rain to 60% of the area with heavy showers in some places. Mariners are advised to navigate cautiously due to high waves. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasts that for the next 24 hours, the monsoon trough will move across the upper…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy monsoon rains and thunderstorms to hit Thailand regions

    Heavy monsoon rains and thunderstorms to hit Thailand regions

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has sounded the alarm for the eastern and southern regions, warning that heavy monsoons are on the horizon. With a staggering 60% to 70% chance of thunderstorms, locals are being advised to prepare for potential flash floods. While Bangkok braces for its own thunderous downpours, those in the northern and northeastern regions can expect a…

  • AutomotiveElectric cars in Thailand floods: Should you continue driving

    Electric cars in Thailand floods: Should you continue driving

    Thailand’s monsoon season brings not only heavy rains but also the inevitable floods that can disrupt daily life. If you’re an electric car owner, you might be wondering whether it’s safe to continue driving through these deluges. With electric vehicles (EVs) becoming more popular, understanding their performance and safety in flood conditions is crucial. Electric cars are designed with advanced…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesThailand braces for severe monsoon rains and potential flash floods

    Thailand braces for severe monsoon rains and potential flash floods

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a weather warning for today, September 2, predicting severe monsoon rains across 51 provinces, with 80% of Bangkok set to experience heavy rainfall. Citizens are advised to brace for potential flash floods. The TMD forecasts that a monsoon trough will traverse the northern and northeastern regions of Thailand, extending to a low-pressure area in…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy monsoon rains to hit 34 provinces in Thailand today

    Heavy monsoon rains to hit 34 provinces in Thailand today

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for heavy monsoon rains expected to hit 34 provinces across Thailand today, including Bangkok and the northern and southern regions. Approximately 70% of these areas are likely to experience significant rainfall, with potential risks of flash floods and landslides. The TMD forecasted that the southwest monsoon continues to cover the Andaman Sea,…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesMonsoon rains to hit 39 provinces in Thailand, flash flood warnings

    Monsoon rains to hit 39 provinces in Thailand, flash flood warnings

    Heavy monsoon rains are expected to lash 39 provinces across Thailand, with severe weather warnings issued for potential flash floods and runoff. Bangkok is also bracing for significant rainfall, with 70% of the area anticipated to be affected. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) forecast for the next 24 hours indicates that a monsoon trough is moving through Myanmar and…

  • Thailand NewsWeather warning for heavy monsoon rains in 47 provinces

    Weather warning for heavy monsoon rains in 47 provinces

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a weather warning for heavy monsoon rains expected to affect 47 provinces, including Bangkok, with a 70% chance of heavy rainfall. Flash floods and forest runoff are also anticipated. The 24-hour forecast predicts moderate southwesterly monsoons covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, coupled with a low-pressure area over northern Vietnam.…

  • Thailand NewsMonsoon meltdown: Thailand braces for scattered rain

    Monsoon meltdown: Thailand braces for scattered rain

    The monsoon in southwest Thailand has taken a backseat, leading to reduced rainfall across the country. However, some northern areas are still in for a soaking, prompting warnings for residents to stay vigilant against heavy and accumulated rain. Northern region: Thunderstorms are expected to cover 30% of the area, with particularly heavy rain forecasted for Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai,…

  • Thailand NewsWeakening monsoon reduces rainfall across Thailand

    Weakening monsoon reduces rainfall across Thailand

    Weather conditions today show a weakening monsoon, resulting in reduced rainfall across Thailand, though heavy rain persists in the northern regions. Bangkok experiences a 20% chance of rain. The Meteorological Department (TMD) forecast highlights these changes over the next 24 hours. The TMD forecasts that the southwestern monsoon covering the upper Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand is…

  • Pattaya NewsMonsoon storms causes immense erosion of Na Jomtien Beach

    Monsoon storms causes immense erosion of Na Jomtien Beach

    Severe monsoon storms and heavy rains have led to significant erosion along Na Jomtien Beach, causing safety concerns for beachgoers and tourists. Authorities from the Pattaya Harbor Office and Na Jomtien Municipality inspected the affected area and are moving quickly to address the situation. The Director of the Pattaya Harbor Office, Ekkarach Kantharo, explained that the erosion is a natural…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesSevere monsoon warning issued for 40 Thai provinces including Bangkok

    Severe monsoon warning issued for 40 Thai provinces including Bangkok

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning about severe monsoon conditions affecting 40 provinces across Thailand, including Bangkok. Heavy rainfall is expected in 60% of the areas, with potential flash floods and sudden water surges. The TMD today forecasts that a monsoon trough will traverse Thailand’s upper northern and upper northeastern regions. Additionally, the southwest monsoon covering the upper…

  • Thailand NewsNortheast monsoon brings storms and high waves to southern Thailand

    Northeast monsoon brings storms and high waves to southern Thailand

    A strong northeast monsoon has led to a continuation of stormy weather, with the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issuing a warning for heavy rainfall in parts of southern Thailand. Residents are urged to brace for potential dangers as high winds and waves exceeding 3 metres are expected, prompting advisories against small vessels setting sail until January 27. The TMD, in…

  • Thailand NewsUrgent weather warning: Heavy rains and strong winds expected

    Urgent weather warning: Heavy rains and strong winds expected

    The Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) issued an urgent weather warning for continuous heavy rainfall across 44 provinces, including Bangkok. The rainfall is expected to affect 80% of these areas, accompanied by strong winds and sudden flash floods. The department has forecasted 24-hour weather from today, detailing extensive heavy rainfall in the northern and eastern southern regions. Some areas in the…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesRain reign: TMD’s fifth warning signals monsoon mayhem

    Rain reign: TMD’s fifth warning signals monsoon mayhem

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued its fifth warning due to a strong monsoon bringing heavy rain across various regions. Flash floods and forest runoffs are anticipated, especially in mountainous and low-lying areas. People are urged to be cautious, particularly in thunderstorm-prone zones. The warning comes as a robust monsoon trough is currently passing through northern, northeastern, and upper central…

  • Thailand NewsZika outbreak: Warning for pregnant women as cases spike and concerns grow in Thailand

    Zika outbreak: Warning for pregnant women as cases spike and concerns grow in Thailand

    A surge in Zika virus cases sparked a warning from the Department of Disease Control (DDC). In the last month, 266 cases were reported. Pregnant women are at risk, as the virus can cause babies to be born with microcephaly, a result of underdeveloped brains. The DDC made the announcement yesterday, August 27. The monsoon season, with its frequent rain,…

  • Thailand NewsRain reigns: Thailand weather woes continues despite sunny predictions

    Rain reigns: Thailand weather woes continues despite sunny predictions

    Despite optimistic weather forecasts for hotter, drier days, Thailand continues to experience unrelenting rainfall with areas in the eastern, central, and western sides of the south hit heavily. The Thai Meteorological Department has issued warnings for heavy rain and accumulated rainfall, which raises the risk of flash floods and wild watercourses, particularly in areas near mountains and rivers. The prevalent…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy rain alert: Monsoon threat prompts flood and runoff warnings across Thailand

    Heavy rain alert: Monsoon threat prompts flood and runoff warnings across Thailand

    The Thai Meteorological Department issued an alert for heavy to very heavy rain, as a strong monsoon poses risks of sudden flooding and forest runoff across southern regions. Waves in the seas are predicted to reach heights of 2 to 3 metres today. The alert was raised due to a strong monsoon trough that will pass through the northern, northeastern,…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesMonsoon warning for 46 Thai provinces: Rainfall, thunderstorms, and choppy seas

    Monsoon warning for 46 Thai provinces: Rainfall, thunderstorms, and choppy seas

    The Thai Meteorological Department issued a warning today of a southwest monsoon causing thunderstorms throughout the country. The alert specified significant rainfall projected across 46 provinces, both north and south, covering 40% of the country’s north and south. The population should be vigilant due to the inherent danger at this time. The southwest monsoon now covers the Andaman Sea, Thailand,…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy rain, floods, and landslide dangers as monsoon air currents persist in Thailand

    Heavy rain, floods, and landslide dangers as monsoon air currents persist in Thailand

    Thailand continues to experience heavy rainfall in various regions due to eastward-moving monsoon air currents and southwestern monsoon winds that still cover the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. The adverse weather conditions have resulted in the need for vigilance against potential danger from intense and accumulated rainfall, which might lead to sudden floods and landslides, particularly in…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesMonsoon surge raises flood risk across Thailand: 47 provinces on high alert

    Monsoon surge raises flood risk across Thailand: 47 provinces on high alert

    Swelling rainfall across Thailand, spurred by the increasing strength of a monsoon coupled with an area of low atmospheric pressure, has compelled the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) to warn that 47 provinces could face potentially hazardous situations. Over the next 24 hours, it predicts 60% of their areas will face heavy rain, with the severity being the most significant in…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesSummer begins today with temperatures climbing

    Summer begins today with temperatures climbing

    Bring on the heat! Thailand will officially enter its summer season today with temperatures expected to soar as high as 43 degrees Celsius. The Meteorological Department (TMD) announced on Friday declaring the start of the summer heat. The onset of summer comes just as a monsoon in the upper regions of Thailand will cause temperatures to rise. The monsoon is…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesMany areas of Phuket flooded, roads blocked

    Many areas of Phuket flooded, roads blocked

    Phuket has been rocked with nonstop overnight rain, leaving many areas of the island flooded. Roads are underwater – including the popular party district Bangla Road in Patong. Phuket Town is flooded, and muddy landslides have closed roads in Kamala. People in affected areas are being assisted by rescue services while police have been dispatched to direct traffic on major…

  • Hot NewsMore heavy rain to continue today in 62 of Thailand’s provinces

    More heavy rain to continue today in 62 of Thailand’s provinces

    More heavy rain is in today’s forecast for 62 of the 72 Thai provinces. The Meteorological Department warned civilians in these provinces, which include Bangkok, to brace for torrential rain. According to the forecast, a monsoon trough is moving its way down the lower northern region of the country and the upper Central Plains over the next day. A moderate southwesterly…

  • Thai LifeMonsoon season in Thailand explained

    Monsoon season in Thailand explained

    Thailand has just three seasons… damn hot, not-quite-so-hot and wet (sometimes torrential). The wet time of the year is variously called the wet season, the green season or monsoon season in Thailand. Whilst some people view the rain, sometimes very heavy, as a disruption, other embrace the annual downpours and enjoy the break from the hot weather. Depends if you’re…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket looks for new groundwater sources to cope with acute water shortages

    Phuket looks for new groundwater sources to cope with acute water shortages

    The Department of Groundwater Resources started a project to explore new groundwater sources in Phuket to cope with the ongoing water scarcity problem in the province. The project is also expected to be a model for other Thai islands to study groundwater resources and water management. The Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Varawut Silpa-Archa, assigned the Groundwater Resources Department…

  • Travel5 things to do on a rainy day in Thailand 2022

    5 things to do on a rainy day in Thailand 2022

    The mention of the Thai “rainy season” sends the fear of dread running through a most tourists and visitors alike who imagine a deluge of endless water cascading from the sky for days on end. This is a common misconception held by holiday makers. Yes, it does rain and there will be days when the weather interferes with your vacation,…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHave your rain poncho ready until Tuesday in Thailand!

    Have your rain poncho ready until Tuesday in Thailand!

    Get your 20 baht 7-11 rain poncho ready for the next 2 days! Thailand is expecting heavy rain showers to cover most of the country through until Tuesday. This news comes after monsoonal troughs have already spread through Phuket and the Andaman coast. Now, winds and precipitation are expected to pick up in the northern, north-eastern, central and eastern regions…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesThailand’s wet seasons and the annual monsoons

    Thailand’s wet seasons and the annual monsoons

    Thailand has just three seasons… damn hot, not-quite-so-hot and wet (sometimes torrential). The wet time of the year is variously called the wet season, the green season or monsoon. Whilst some people view the rain, sometimes very heavy, as a disruption, other embrace the annual downpours and enjoy the break from the hot weather. Depends if you’re riding on a…

  • TravelTravel Guide: What are Thailand’s 3 seasons and when to visit in 2022?

    Travel Guide: What are Thailand’s 3 seasons and when to visit in 2022?

    Thailand is the most visited country in Southeast Asia. Its beautiful beaches and lush mountain jungles, in contrast to the colourful contradiction of Bangkok (where modern concrete skyscrapers are sitting next to traditional temples), are all popular destinations, not to mention the many delectable dishes and street foods that are famous worldwide. To the distant eye, Thailand might seem like…