Popular Post webfact Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 Thailand is bracing for a severe heatwave, with weather maps turning a deep red, verging on black, indicating extreme temperatures are on the way. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasts this year to be hotter by approximately 1.2 degrees Celsius compared to the previous year. Some areas may experience highs of up to 44.5 degrees Celsius. The five provinces expected to be hardest hit are Mae Hong Son, Uttaradit, Sukhothai, Tak, and Udon Thani. A recent release from the Thai Weather Forecasting page highlighted weather conditions for the week of February 19 to February 25, specifically at 1pm each day. The charts showed a consistent trend into the red to black zones, symbolising intense heat. During such hot conditions, the public is advised to avoid outdoor activities during peak sun hours and to stay hydrated, reported KhaoSod. While many are already feeling the increased heat, this transition period at the end of the cool season typically brings variable weather, including possible rainfall in some regions next week. In related news, a powerful weather front is currently affecting Thailand, with the TMD issuing a severe weather warning for 17 provinces. Eastern regions are expected to bear the brunt of the storm, with 30% of the area predicted to experience heavy thunderstorms, strong gusts of wind, and possible hail. The warning comes as a new high-pressure system from China covers the upper part of Vietnam and is forecast to extend its influence over the northeastern part of Thailand. Areas in the lower northeast, and the lower central region, including Bangkok and its vicinities, the east, and the upper south, are affected by a combination of southerly and southeasterly winds. This convergence is causing thunderstorms with strong winds and hail in some areas initially, followed by a temperature drop. by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of พยากรณ์อากาศประเทศไทย Facebook Source: The Thaiger 2024-02-20 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 2 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post daveAustin Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 (edited) Nasty. Reckon we’re in for heat records worldwide this year. Central/northern Thailand won’t be a nice place to be. Edited February 20 by daveAustin 2 1 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post quake Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 Oh no, we're all gonna die, again. 6 5 1 1 4 22 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Thailand Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 Just to confirm that the current reasonably acceptable temperatures of "winter" will soon be changing to hot summer temperatures much the same a previous years. 3 3 1 4 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post scottiejohn Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 2 minutes ago, quake said: Oh no, we're all gonna die, again. When did YOU last die? 2 1 1 10 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezzra Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Yesterday, in Pattaya it recorded 80% humidity, forcing me to turn on the A/C all day long at home living in a high rise stone throw away from the sea and not a breeze to be felt... 2 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post quake Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 11 minutes ago, scottiejohn said: When did YOU last die? Last time I let the wife use my ATM card for a few days. 1 1 26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post huangnon Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 34 minutes ago, Thailand said: Just to confirm that the current reasonably acceptable temperatures of "winter" will soon be changing to hot summer temperatures much the same a previous years. Yes, but we're bracing ourselves for the severity of these soaring temperatures!!!!! (And soaring BS headlines). Again. 1 3 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Enoon Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 (edited) 1 hour ago, Thailand said: Just to confirm that the current reasonably acceptable temperatures of "winter" will soon be changing to hot summer temperatures much the same a previous years. Likely very much not the same as previous years: Last year saw a marked temperature divergence from previous years, commencing in June/July. Trend so far this year indicates that a further increasing divergence has commenced already this year. The Average February Mean Daily Maximum for my province is heading towards being exceeded by at least 1-1.5 degrees this year. You don't know what is going to happen. Edited February 20 by Enoon 1 1 3 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
still kicking Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 1 hour ago, daveAustin said: Nasty. Reckon we’re in for heat records worldwide this year. Central/northern Thailand won’t be a nice place to be. We just had 7days of 40 plus and I am not in Thailand. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post still kicking Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 Marble Bar, known as Australia’s hottest town, is indeed bracing for extreme temperatures. The forecast suggests that the temperature could reach 49°C this weekend1. This is close to the Australian temperature record for December, which is 49.9°C, set at Nullarbor in South Australia on the same date in 20191. The highest temperature ever recorded in Australia was 50.7°C at Oodnadatta Airport in South Australia, in January 19601. So, while Marble Bar may not break the all-time Australian record this weekend, it’s certainly approaching it. Stay cool and hydrated if you’re in the area! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post John Drake Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 Got through several 43 degree days in Bangkok last year with some misery but no problems. Figure I can make through a few at 44. Limit aircon to use at night only, if possible. Acclimatization helps. 1 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post scottiejohn Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 3 hours ago, quake said: Last time I let the wife use my ATM card for a few days. That should have resulted in her dying, not you! 😄 1 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bangkok Barry Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 3 hours ago, ezzra said: Yesterday, in Pattaya it recorded 80% humidity, forcing me to turn on the A/C all day long at home living in a high rise stone throw away from the sea and not a breeze to be felt... Being by the sea raises humidity, doesn't it? 1 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bangkok Barry Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 On 2/20/2024 at 11:02 AM, still kicking said: Marble Bar, known as Australia’s hottest town, is indeed bracing for extreme temperatures. The forecast suggests that the temperature could reach 49°C this weekend1. This is close to the Australian temperature record for December, which is 49.9°C, set at Nullarbor in South Australia on the same date in 20191. The highest temperature ever recorded in Australia was 50.7°C at Oodnadatta Airport in South Australia, in January 19601. So, while Marble Bar may not break the all-time Australian record this weekend, it’s certainly approaching it. Stay cool and hydrated if you’re in the area! Different kind of heat in Australia. I've been comfortable wearing a jacket in 40 degrees, and I'd sometimes go outside to stand in 43 degrees. Just move slowly, but the low humidity means it isn't too uncomfortable. 3 2 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangkok Barry Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 We've got 35 or 36 forecast in my area of Kalasin Province for at least the next 10 days. About average. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post digger70 Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 On 2/20/2024 at 11:02 AM, still kicking said: Marble Bar, known as Australia’s hottest town, is indeed bracing for extreme temperatures. The forecast suggests that the temperature could reach 49°C this weekend1. This is close to the Australian temperature record for December, which is 49.9°C, set at Nullarbor in South Australia on the same date in 20191. The highest temperature ever recorded in Australia was 50.7°C at Oodnadatta Airport in South Australia, in January 19601. So, while Marble Bar may not break the all-time Australian record this weekend, it’s certainly approaching it. Stay cool and hydrated if you’re in the area! Nice to show us that, Kicker I remember some 40 + up in NQ hunting Pigs . So it's Nothing New . The Scaremongers will be coming out the woodworks now to blame it on the Natural Phenomena/ Global Warming. 1 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arick Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 For FS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arick Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Last year March first was 40 c stayed that way for two months. My pool will be warm as piss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ThaiFelix Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 4 hours ago, webfact said: The warning comes as a new high-pressure system from China covers the upper part of Vietnam and is forecast to extend its influence over the northeastern part of Thailand. From China? I should have known, the unscrupulous devils! 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arick Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Time to go down to the equator to be cooler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Zack61 Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 Combined with the inevitable smoke this could be insufferable and downright dangerous. I hope the electricity network can cope. 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie baby Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Roll-on the thunderstorms- keeps the dust down. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guderian Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Please show us the forecast for Songkran, if the temperature chart is red to black in mid-February, then in 2 months from now it should resemble a black hole, lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post spidermike007 Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 Yikes. Actually, I just recently returned from yet another trip to the US. I was in Los Angeles, and left before the great floods. But, it did rain a few times, and it was fairly cold, this time of year. Not pleasant. After a month there, I have stopped complaining about the heat. Would rather have the AC cranked up, and sleep comfortably at night, than have the heat cranked up trying to stay warm. Also, the place I was staying was always cold. No thanks. I will take the heat. Bring it on. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post AlexRich Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 I noticed that the number of storms hitting the UK this winter were noticeably higher. Every country is experiencing weird weather systems. If periods of intense heat become normal for Thailand it will reduce expat and tourism numbers. Coupled with the pollution the place will be unpleasant to live in. 1 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Fairynuff Posted February 20 Popular Post Share Posted February 20 19 minutes ago, digger70 said: Nice to show us that, Kicker I remember some 40 + up in NQ hunting Pigs . So it's Nothing New . The Scaremongers will be coming out the woodworks now to blame it on the Natural Phenomena/ Global Warming. And the deniers will still be denying. 1 2 1 4 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbee2022 Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 2 hours ago, Enoon said: You don't know what is going to happen I reckon you won't need to have much fantasy to know what to expect. Maybe I'll make plans to go back to Ballybunion? (Ireland)😳 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charleskerins Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 4 hours ago, quake said: Oh no, we're all gonna die, again. Many will but only once. You sound bright. 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charleskerins Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 (edited) 12 minutes ago, spidermike007 said: Yikes. Actually, I just recently returned from yet another trip to the US. I was in Los Angeles, and left before the great floods. But, it did rain a few times, and it was fairly cold, this time of year. Not pleasant. After a month there, I have stopped complaining about the heat. Would rather have the AC cranked up, and sleep comfortably at night, than have the heat cranked up trying to stay warm. Also, the place I was staying was always cold. No thanks. I will take the heat. Bring it on. Edited February 20 by charleskerins nm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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