Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning for the northern region of Thailand, forecasting hot weather accompanied by summer storms, including thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail in some areas. Meanwhile, the southern region is expected to experience thunderstorms in certain areas.
According to Thai News Agency, the Meteorological Department's weather forecast for the next 24 hours indicates that a high-pressure area or moderate cold air mass from China has extended to cover the upper part of Laos and is expected to reach the eastern part of the North, the Northeast, and the South China Sea. Additionally, southwesterly and southern winds are affecting the North and the Northeast. The upper part of Thailand is generally hot, with some areas in the Central region being extremely hot. These conditions may lead to summer storms, including thunderstorms, strong gusts of wind, and hail in certain areas. Residents in the upper part of Thailand are advised to exercise caution, avoiding travel through storm-affected areas and staying clear of open areas, large trees, weak structures, and billboards. Farmers are urged to reinforce their fruit trees and take steps to prevent potential damage to their crops and livestock, while also maintaining their health during the shifting weather conditions.
In the southern region, easterly and southeasterly winds are impacting the Gulf of Thailand, the South, and the Andaman Sea, leading to continued thunderstorms in these areas. The Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea are expected to have waves approximately 1 meter high, with higher waves exceeding 2 meters in areas experiencing thunderstorms. Sailors are advised to avoid navigating through thunderstorm-affected areas in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea.
The forecast for different regions of Thailand from 6:00 AM today to 6:00 AM tomorrow is as follows:
- Northern Region: Predominantly hot with thunderstorms affecting 40 percent of the area, particularly in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and other provinces. Temperatures range from 22-26 degrees Celsius at night to 35-39 degrees Celsius during the day.
- Northeastern Region: Hot weather with thunderstorms in 40 percent of the area, especially in Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, and other provinces. Nighttime temperatures are between 22-26 degrees Celsius, while daytime highs reach 35-38 degrees Celsius.
- Central Region: Generally hot, with some areas experiencing extreme heat and thunderstorms affecting 20 percent of the region, notably in Nakhon Sawan, Lop Buri, and Saraburi. Temperatures range from 24-27 degrees Celsius at night to 37-41 degrees Celsius during the day.
- Eastern Region: Hot in the upper part with thunderstorms in 30 percent of the area, mainly in Prachin Buri, Sa Kaeo, and other provinces. Night temperatures are 25-27 degrees Celsius, with daytime highs of 33-38 degrees Celsius.
- Southern Region (East Coast): Thunderstorms in 20 percent of the area, particularly in Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, and other provinces. Nighttime temperatures are 22-25 degrees Celsius, with highs of 33-36 degrees Celsius.
- Southern Region (West Coast): Thunderstorms in 20 percent of the area, mainly in Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi, and Satun. Temperatures range from 23-26 degrees Celsius at night to 33-36 degrees Celsius during the day.
- Bangkok and Surrounding Areas: Generally hot with thunderstorms affecting 20 percent of the area. Night temperatures are 26-28 degrees Celsius, with daytime highs reaching 35-38 degrees Celsius.