Bangkok: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning to nine provinces in Thailand, cautioning residents to be vigilant of potential hazards arising from heavy and accumulated rainfall. The department has emphasized the risk of flash floods and forest runoff in the provinces of Chiang Rai, Phayao, Nan, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Chanthaburi, and Trat due to ongoing weather conditions.
According to Thai News Agency, the forecast for the next 24 hours indicates that Thailand will continue to experience heavy rainfall in certain regions. This is attributed to a low-pressure cell over Laos and northern Vietnam, in conjunction with a moderate southwest monsoon affecting the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. Residents living on hillsides, near waterways, and in low-lying areas are urged to remain cautious.
The maritime forecast suggests moderate wave activity in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, with wave heights reaching approximately 2 meters in the upper Andaman Sea and 1-2 meters in the lower Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand. Areas experiencing thunderstorms may encounter waves exceeding 2 meters, prompting advisories for sailors to proceed with caution and avoid storm-prone regions.
Additionally, the tropical storm "Danas," currently situated in northern Taiwan, is expected to shift towards the eastern coast of China between July 8 and 9, 2025. Although Danas will not directly impact Thailand, it is anticipated to strengthen the southwest monsoon prevailing over the country.
The regional weather forecast for July 8, 2025, outlines varying conditions across different regions of Thailand, with thunderstorms expected in a significant portion of each area. In Bangkok and surrounding areas, thunderstorms are predicted over 70% of the region, with temperatures ranging from 27-36 degrees Celsius. Similar weather patterns are expected across the northern, northeastern, central, and southern regions, with varying wind speeds and wave heights in coastal areas.