Thailand to Face Unprecedented Temperatures

[webfact]

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has forecasted a major increase in temperatures across Thailand this April, with an alert for extreme heat that could see the mercury rising to between 43.0-44.5 degrees Celsius. 

 

In the coming week (Apr 7-14), the northeastern and eastern regions are expected to experience the brunt of this heatwave, with temperatures predicted to hover between 41-43°C.

 

This surge in temperature is attributed to prevailing low-pressure areas coupled with scarce rainfall, amplifying the heat across these parts of the country.

 

The TMD anticipates several instances of summer storms, including potential hailstorms, from April 8 to 10, triggered by an incoming cold front from upper Vietnam.

 

While the southern region may also witness thunderstorms, the weather conditions will remain generally conducive for tourism activities. Such sporadic storms are expected to provide temporary relief from the relentless heat experienced in the early part of the month.

 

For the duration of April, the TMD said average temperatures are predicted to be around 30% higher than the norm, especially in the North, Northeast, and the upper areas of the Central Plains and the East.

 

Despite the possibility of summer storms brought on by southerly and southeasterly winds offering sporadic cooling, the overall temperature trend for the month anticipates higher-than-usual heat levels across Thailand.

 

by Krajangwit Johjit

 

Source: NNT 2024-04-03

 

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[bob smith]

it's summer for god sake,

 

get in the pool with a cocktail and stop moanin!

 

bob.

[dinsdale]

Thailand to Face Unprecedented Temperatures

Another rubbish headline. Seems someone or something doesn't know the meaning of unprecedented.

43°C-45°C is without doubt hot and April is shaping up to be a hot one BUT these are not unprecedented temperatures in the hot/dry season. 46°C+ for a few days and then it becomes a story.

Edited April 3 by dinsdale

[webfact]

Thailand braces for 42-degree heatwave and thunderstorms
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Picture courtesy of lifeforstock, Freepik

 

Today’s weather forecast from the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warns of scorching heat across the country, with temperatures expected to soar as high as 42 degrees Celsius. The intense heat is accompanied by the possibility of thunderstorms and strong winds, prompting warnings for residents to avoid open spaces and be cautious of potential hazards.

 

The sweltering heatwave is a result of a high-pressure system caused by intense heat covering the upper part of Thailand. This meteorological situation typically results in widespread hot to very hot weather, with the added risk of isolated thunderstorms during the afternoon.

 

Residents are advised to take care of their health due to the extreme heat by avoiding outdoor activities for prolonged periods. The southern and southwesterly winds continue to sweep across the lower northeastern and eastern parts of the country, bringing thunderstorms and gusty winds to some areas.

People in these regions are advised to be vigilant of the dangers posed by the storms and strong winds and to steer clear of open areas, large trees, and unstable billboards during this period.

Easterly and southeasterly winds are currently blowing across the Gulf of Thailand and the south, while northwesterly winds prevail over the Andaman Sea. These conditions result in sporadic thunderstorms in the south, with dust particles and smoke haze reaching moderate to high levels in the north, the lower northeast, and the upper central regions due to the weak winds covering these areas.

 

The weather forecast for Thailand from 6am today until 6am tomorrow indicates that the north will experience generally hot to very hot conditions with afternoon cloud cover. The lowest temperatures range from 21 to 28 degrees Celsius, with the highest expected to reach 40 to 42 degrees Celsius. Southwesterly winds will blow at speeds of 5 to 15 kilometres per hour.

 

In the northeast, the weather is generally hot to very hot, with afternoon cloud cover and some thunderstorms with strong winds, particularly in the lower part of the region. The lowest temperatures range from 22 to 28 degrees Celsius, with the highest between 39 and 41 degrees Celsius, and southwesterly winds at 10 to 15 kilometres per hour.

 

Temperature rises

 

The central region is experiencing similar conditions, with the lowest temperatures at 22 to 27 degrees Celsius and the highest at 39 to 42 degrees Celsius. The southwesterly winds are stronger here, blowing at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.

 

The east faces generally hot weather, with cloud cover in the afternoon and very hot conditions in some areas, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. Temperatures range from a low of 26 to 29 degrees Celsius to a high of 34 to 40 degrees Celsius, with southerly winds at 10 to 30 kilometres per hour. Seas are expected to have waves below 1 metre, but areas with thunderstorms may experience waves higher than 1 metre.

 

In the southern region, on the east coast, daytime weather is hot with a 10% chance of thunderstorms, mainly around Nakhon Si Thammarat, Songkhla, and Yala. The temperatures range from a low of 24 to 26 degrees Celsius to a high of 35 to 39 degrees Celsius, with southeasterly winds at 10 to 30 kilometres per hour.

 

In the west coast southern region, Krabi, Trang, and Satun are also experiencing hot weather with a 10% chance of thunderstorms, with similar sea conditions and temperatures ranging from 25 to 28 degrees Celsius at the lowest to 35 to 38 degrees Celsius at the highest.

 

Bangkok and the surrounding areas are generally hot, with afternoon cloud cover and some areas experiencing intense heat. The lowest temperatures are between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius, and the highest between 36 and 40 degrees Celsius, with southerly winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour, reported KhaoSod.

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-04-03

 

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[Korat Kiwi]

I'm 25kms NW of Korat central and it's getting warm. 

 

Only been here since Nov 23 and lowest night temp was around 23 Celsius.  Highest day temp 42 so far... 

 

39 yesterday and probably the same today.  It's alright if there's a slight breeze.  It just makes ice cold beer taste that much better. 

[JonnyF]

OMG - heat and rain during Songkran.

 

This is unprecedented. Someone call Greta! 😄

[soalbundy]

4 hours ago, bob smith said:

it's summer for god sake,

 

get in the pool with a cocktail and stop moanin!

 

bob.

Where are you Bob? You didn't leave after all???

[hotchilli]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has forecasted a major increase in temperatures across Thailand this April, with an alert for extreme heat that could see the mercury rising to between 43.0-44.5 degrees Celsius. 

43C yesterday in my neck of the woods... 

[Purdey]

OMG, is this summer or is this a trend? Source: USA Today.

 

Edited April 3 by Purdey

[dinsdale]

39 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

43C yesterday in my neck of the woods... 

Normal temp for April? My guess is yes and my guess is Issan. These nonsense weekly/bi-weekly excuses for writing articles about the hot season being hot HAVE TO STOP.

[Dolf]

4 hours ago, dinsdale said:

Thailand to Face Unprecedented Temperatures

Another rubbish headline. Seems someone or something doesn't know the meaning of unprecedented.

43°C-45°C is without doubt hot and April is shaping up to be a hot one BUT these are not unprecedented temperatures in the hot/dry season. 46°C+ for a few days and then it becomes a story.

Scaremongering is normal

[Photoguy21]

Thailand does get hot before the rains start. Funnily enough it happens every year.

[dinsdale]

13 minutes ago, Dolf said:

Scaremongering is normal

Not scaremongering. Pushing an agenda. Plenty of practice at this over the last 3 or so years.

[WHansen]

Thought it would be a warm year when we hit 38 on the first day of summer in Petchaburi

[digger70]

Thailand to Face Unprecedented Temperatures.

 

So what's new, it's Summer /Hot season so Temps can go up or down  depending on the environment variables nothing new about this 

[SAFETY FIRST]

6 hours ago, bob smith said:

stop moanin

This is an odd comment coming from Captain Complainer. 

 

[dinsdale]

1 hour ago, WHansen said:

Thought it would be a warm year when we hit 38 on the first day of summer in Petchaburi

Ah! Come on it's the tropics no such thing as summer and it's  3 seasons. HOT/HOTTER/HOTTEST. Add some intense humidity, some storms and occassional cool/cold days for good measure. TIT.

[Nicholas Paul KNIGHT]

I is not the heat that is a problem, but the humidity. If low humidity heat is easily manageable, used to 42 i the shade in Yemen, but almost zero humidity.

JUST a blip why do people moan and groan 

[thesetat]

8 hours ago, dinsdale said:

Thailand to Face Unprecedented Temperatures

Another rubbish headline. Seems someone or something doesn't know the meaning of unprecedented.

43°C-45°C is without doubt hot and April is shaping up to be a hot one BUT these are not unprecedented temperatures in the hot/dry season. 46°C+ for a few days and then it becomes a story.

only 39 today but feels like 47... scary to think what it will feel like if it goes to 46 for real. 

[dinsdale]

7 minutes ago, thesetat said:

only 39 today but feels like 47... scary to think what it will feel like if it goes to 46 for real. 

I remember once in Adelaide it was 48°C in the shade. I put a thermometer in the sun. It wasn't good for it. Maybe 60°C ish in the sun.

Edited April 3 by dinsdale

[Danderman123]

So a cold front from Vietnam is bringing high temperatures?

Edited April 3 by Danderman123

[Homburg]

Bangers will stay cool because all that pollution will block out the sunlight! It's all good! 😂🤣😂

[Gottfrid]

Some nice and hot weather. Sitting by the pool with laptop and beer, then. 🙂 

[john donson]

the hotter it gets, the more people do crazy things

 

well, there is yaba on top of the heat...