Today’s weather update signals turbulent conditions across the country, with the Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issuing an alert for thunderstorms in 20 provinces. The forecast warns of high waves exceeding 2 metres in the southern seas, while the northern region experiences a significant drop in temperature.

 

The weather pattern over the upper northern region is influenced by a westerly wind in the upper levels, leading to cooler air and a temperature decrease. This development is expected to continue until tomorrow, with the lowest temperatures ranging from 15 to 22 degrees Celsius and the highest from 27 to 33 degrees Celsius. At higher altitudes, the weather is cold to very cold, with possible frost, as temperatures are anticipated to fall between 4 and 12 degrees Celsius.

 

In contrast, the high-pressure area or moderate cold mass that covers Thailand and the weakening South China Sea is causing temperatures in the upper part of the country to rise. However, mornings will still be cool with fog.

 

Lower northern, central, and eastern regions expect some rainfall due to the influence of southerly and southeasterly winds. The public in these areas is advised to take care of their health due to the changing weather conditions and to exercise caution when travelling through foggy areas.

 

by Nattapong Westwood

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The cooler temperatures are pleasant 

We had over an inch of rain in Pattaya yesterday afternoon. Very welcome, too, the garden will have loved it, and the fish seemed happy too.

3 hours ago, webfact said:

The forecast warns of high waves exceeding 2 metres in the southern seas, while the northern region experiences a significant drop in temperature.

I just hope it meets in the middle and we can get some relief... 33C as I speak and very humid.

Here in south Surin: Currently 33 heading up to 35, dry & no breeze. Same predicted for tomorrow.

 

Nice time of year. Lovely first thing each morning.

35 in Korat and expected to remain so for the next 3 days. 

 

Mornings and evenings are nice tho. With overnights lows around 19.

 

Damn I miss NZ sometimes... but not their cost of living.  It's mostly why I returned to Thailand. 

 

 

Bangkok to Pattaya hard to see anything through smog. Guess if it rains the smog clears and the haze falls. No doubt ending up in the gulf and streets.