Meteorological Department Forecasts Thunderstorms Nationwide Tomorrow, Names 36 Provinces with Bangkok Hit in Afternoon to Evening
Thailand's meteorological department warns of widespread thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across 36 provinces tomorrow, with Bangkok affected in afternoon to evening hours as a southwest monsoon intensifies across the region.
The Thai Meteorological Department forecasted on May 26, 2569 that Thailand will experience thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in some areas, especially along the western coast of the southern region, due to the moderate southwest monsoon affecting the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. The public is warned to be cautious of heavy rainfall and accumulated water during this period.
Waves in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand will be moderate, with the upper Andaman Sea reaching approximately 2 meters, while the lower Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand reach 1-2 meters. Thunderstorm areas may see waves exceeding 2 meters, prompting fishermen to navigate with caution and avoid thunderstorm zones.
From May 28-31, 2569, rainfall will increase with heavy precipitation in some areas, particularly in the eastern and southern western coastal regions due to a monsoon trough passing through central Thailand, lower northeast, and eastern regions, combined with an intensifying southwest monsoon. Waves in the upper Andaman Sea will reach 2-3 meters, with thunderstorm areas experiencing waves exceeding 3 meters.
Regional forecasts for May 26, 6 PM to May 27, 6 PM:
Northern Region: 40% thunderstorm coverage, mainly in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Lampoon, Phayao, and Nan provinces. Low 22-26°C, High 34-36°C, southwest winds 10-20 km/h.
Northeastern Region: 30% thunderstorm coverage, mainly in Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Chaiyaphum, Khon Kaen, and Nakhon Ratchasima. Low 23-26°C, High 36-38°C, southwest winds 10-20 km/h.
Central Region: 40% thunderstorm coverage, mainly in Nakhon Sawan, Uthai Thani, Lopburi, Saraburi, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, Nakhon Pathom, and Samut Songkhram. Low 24-27°C, High 37-38°C, southwest winds 10-20 km/h.
Eastern Region: 40% thunderstorm coverage, mainly in Nakhon Nayok, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Low 24-27°C, High 33-37°C, southwest winds 15-35 km/h. Waves 1-2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas.
Southern Region (Eastern Coast): 40% thunderstorm coverage, mainly in Chumphon, Surat Thani, and Nakhon Si Thammarat. Low 23-27°C, High 34-37°C, southwest winds 15-35 km/h. Waves 1 meter near shore, 1-2 meters offshore, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas.
Southern Region (Western Coast): 70% thunderstorm coverage with heavy rainfall in some areas, particularly in Ranong, Phang Nga, and Phuket. Low 23-25°C, High 31-35°C. From Phang Nga northward: southwest winds 20-35 km/h, waves approximately 2 meters, exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas. From Phuket southward: southwest winds 15-35 km/h, waves 1 meter.
