The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a severe climate warning for the whole country right now, with heavy rain and thunderstorms expected in 32 provinces. Bangkok could see an opportunity of 70% rainfall from the afternoon till dusk, posing a potential danger of flash floods. The division additionally advises boat operators to exercise warning, especially within the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand, where storms may end up in waves rising to 1 to 2 metres.
The weather system is being pushed by a monsoon trough passing via Myanmar and Laos, creating a low-pressure area over northern Vietnam. Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon continues to prevail over the Andaman Sea, Thailand and the Gulf of Thailand. In such situations, Thailand is prone to expertise scattered thunderstorms, with heavy rain in some areas of the northeastern, eastern and southern regions. Residents in these areas are advised to remain vigilant for potential threats from heavy and accumulated rainfall, which can lead to flash floods.
In the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, the wind-generated waves are expected to achieve an average top of 1 metre. However, in areas with thunderstorms, waves might reach heights between 1 to 2 metres. Mariners are urged to navigate with caution and keep away from getting into storm-affected areas.
On a regional level, today’s climate forecast from 6am right now to 6am tomorrow signifies a 60% chance of thunderstorms and heavy rain within the northern area, principally in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phayao, Nan, Tak, and Phitsanulok. The lowest temperature is anticipated between 24-27 degrees Celsius, with the very best temperature ranging from 32-36 levels Celsius. The wind is blowing from the southwest at a velocity of 10-20 kilometres per hour.
The northeastern area shows a 70% likelihood of thunderstorms, with heavy rain in some areas, notably in Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Mukdahan, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, and Ubon Ratchathani. The lowest temperature is expected to vary between 23-25 levels Celsius, while the best temperature will be between 31-35 degrees Celsius. The wind pace is expected to be between 10-20 kilometres per hour coming from the southwest.
In the central area, there is a 60% likelihood of thunderstorms, predominantly in Lopburi, Saraburi, Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi, Samut Songkhram, and Samut Sakhon. The temperature is expected to drop to 25-26 levels Celsius and rise to 34-37 levels Celsius. Winds are blowing from the southwest at 10-25 kilometres per hour.
The eastern area has a 60% chance of thunderstorms, with heavy rain in some areas. The provinces most likely to be affected are Nakhon Nayok, Prachin Buri, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Running out is anticipated to be between 24-27 levels Celsius, with the best temperature starting from 33-35 levels Celsius. The wind is blowing from the southwest at 15-30 kilometres per hour, and the sea is predicted to have waves of about one metre, rising to 1 to 2 metres in thunderstorm areas.
The southern region (east coast) has a 20% probability of thunderstorms, with heavy rain in some areas, particularly in Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat. The lowest temperature is expected to range between 23-26 degrees Celsius, whereas the very best temperature might be between 33-36 levels Celsius. The wind pace is anticipated to be between 15-30 kilometres per hour coming from the southwest.
The southern region (west coast) has a 30% likelihood of thunderstorms, predominantly in Trang, and Satun. The temperature is anticipated to drop to 24-26 levels Celsius and rise to 32-34 degrees Celsius. Winds are blowing from the southwest at 15-30 kilometres per hour.
For Bangkok and its vicinity, there is a 70% chance of thunderstorms, principally within the afternoon to evening. The lowest temperature is anticipated to be between 26-28 degrees Celsius, with the highest temperature starting from 33-36 degrees Celsius. The wind is blowing from the southwest at 10-25 kilometres per hour, reports KhaoSod Online..