Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning for the upper part of Thailand, forecasting thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail in some areas. Residents are advised to avoid open spaces, large trees, unstable structures, and billboards due to the expected severe weather conditions. In Bangkok and its vicinity, there is a 40% chance of experiencing thunderstorms and strong winds in certain areas.
According to Thai News Agency, the department predicts that within the next 24 hours, the upper regions of Thailand will face a summer storm characterized by thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail. This weather pattern results from a high-pressure area or moderate cold air mass affecting the upper northeastern region and the South China Sea, causing southern and southeasterly winds to dominate the upper part of Thailand. The generally hot weather in these areas could exacerbate the storm's impact. Residents are urged to exercise caution, avoid traveling through thunderstorm-prone areas, and refrain from staying in open spaces, near large trees, or under unstable structures. Farmers are advised to protect their fruit trees and prepare for potential damage to agricultural products and livestock, while also taking care of their health amidst the changing weather.
The easterly and southeasterly winds impacting the Gulf of Thailand, the South, and the Andaman Sea will lead to continued thunderstorms in these regions. Wave heights in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea are expected to reach approximately 1 meter, with higher waves exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm-affected areas. Sailors are advised to avoid navigating through these regions during the thunderstorms.
Dust accumulation in the northern and northeastern parts remains fairly high to high, but may stabilize or decrease due to rainfall in these areas. Bangkok and its vicinity will experience generally hot weather with thunderstorms affecting 40% of the area, accompanied by strong winds. The minimum temperature is expected to be between 26-28 degrees Celsius, while the maximum temperature will range from 33-36 degrees Celsius.