A sharp temperature drop and sporadic rain are expected in parts of Thailand today, according to the Thai weather forecast by the Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD). In Bangkok, light showers are anticipated, while the south faces stormy conditions due to the prevailing monsoon, with waves exceeding 1 metre in some areas.

 

The country’s northern region is bracing for a cool to cold spell, with temperatures forecasted to dip by 1-2 degrees Celsius. Residents waking up to a chilly morning may also encounter fog, adding a layer of complexity to the already brisk environment. The public is advised to take care of their health amidst these changing conditions and to exercise caution when travelling through foggy areas, reported KhaoSod.

 

The northern region has cool to cold weather along with morning fog and the temperatures drop by 1-2 degrees Celsius. The lower areas get cool mornings with some fog, and occasional light rain, night temperatures might be in the realm of 14-21 to 32-36 degrees Celsius during the day. Cool temperatures ranging from 4-12 degrees Celsius and some frost should be expected around mountain tops. The westerly wind will blow at 5-15 km/h.

The northeastern region will experience a cool morning with fog, giving way to slight warming as temperatures start picking accompanied by light rain in a few places. During the night, temperatures range from 20-23 degrees Celsius and during the day, they reach 33-36 degrees Celsius. On top of mountains, it cools to cold with night temperatures ranging between 12-16 degrees Celsius. The wind is blowing from the eastern direction at a speed of 10-15 km/h.

 

by Nattapong Westwood

Photo courtesy of iStock

 

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That's not "fog"

So that picture of Bangkok is the northern region?

20 hours ago, webfact said:

The country’s northern region is bracing for a cool to cold spell, with temperatures forecasted to dip by 1-2 degrees Celsius. Residents waking up to a chilly morning may also encounter fog

Smog... 

Thailand weather forecast: Cool morning, fog, warming, light rain and planes being diverted due to fog