Thailand Braces for Severe Thunderstorms, Hail, Strong Winds Oct 10-13
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued Warning No. 8 for October 10‑13, forecasting thunderstorms, strong winds, hail, and heavy to very heavy rain across much of the country, with possible lightning. The public is advised to avoid open areas, large trees, and weak billboards, while mariners should expect waves over two metres high and exercise caution. Only the southern region is expected to remain affected on October 12 and 13.
The Thai Meteorological Department announced at 5:00 p.m. on October 10, 2026 that Warning No. 8 (254/2569) would be in effect from October 10 to 13, predicting variable weather across the country with thunderstorms, gusty winds, hail, and locally heavy to very heavy rain, possibly with lightning. On October 10 the impact will cover the north, lower northeast, central region including Bangkok and its vicinity, east, and south. On October 11 the affected areas shift to the lower north, central region including Bangkok and vicinity, east, and south. On October 12 and 13 only the southern region is expected to experience the adverse conditions. The department warned that the heavy rain could cause flash floods and overflowing streams, especially in hilly and low‑lying areas, and urged people to stay clear of open spaces, large trees, and unstable signs. Mariners in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea should expect waves over two metres high during thunderstorms and navigate with caution.
