Heavy Rains and High Waves Forecast in 39 Provinces

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Thailand's Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a major weather warning, forecasting heavy rains in 39 provinces, including Bangkok. High waves are also expected in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, posing risks for local fishermen and coastal areas.

 

The situation is due to an active southwest monsoon over the Andaman Sea, Gulf of Thailand, and a low-pressure zone near Vietnam's coast. This combination is likely to result in significant thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, particularly impacting eastern and western parts of southern Thailand.

 

Thunderstorms and Temperatures Across Regions

The upper Andaman Sea will witness waves reaching heights of 1 to 2 metres, potentially exceeding 2 metres in stormy areas. Fishermen are advised to exercise extreme caution.

 

Northern Thailand

Expect thunderstorms in 40% of the region, impacting provinces such as Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, and Chiang Rai. Temperatures will range from 24 to 37 degrees Celsius, with a southwest wind blowing at 10-20 km/h.

 

Northeastern Thailand

About 30% of the area will experience storms, notably in Nong Khai, Udon Thani, and Sakon Nakhon. Minimum temperatures will hover between 24 to 28 degrees Celsius, while the maximum could hit 39 degrees, with similar wind conditions as the north.

 

Central Thailand

Thunderstorms will affect 40% of this region, focusing on provinces like Nakhon Sawan and Kanchanaburi. Expect temperatures from 23 to 38 degrees Celsius and a southwest wind at 10-20 km/h.

 

Eastern and Southern Regions

In the east, 40% of the areas, including Rayong and Trat, will face storms with heavy rainfall in some places. Southern regions will have varied impacts: the east coast will see storms in 40% of areas like Surat Thani, while the west coast will be hit harder, with 60% affected, particularly in Ranong and Phuket.

 

Bangkok and Surroundings

The capital will experience thunderstorms in 40% of its area. Temperatures will be between 23 to 38 degrees Celsius, affected by a southwest wind at 10-20 km/h.

 

As the country braces for these adverse weather conditions, residents are urged to stay updated and exercise caution, particularly in flood-prone areas.

 

-- 2024-06-18

 

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[Gottfrid]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

High waves are also expected in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, posing risks for local fishermen and coastal areas.

Also posing a great risk for morons that wish to see how many waves they can fight before they die on the beaches of Thailand.

[thesetat2013]

Did they not post the same thing last Tuesday? Only to make another report on Wednesday that no or little rain will occur? 

[dinsdale]

Been a pretty dry June so far where I am. Much the same every year. Hot and humid with occasional storms. The wet season has not started. Maybe mid to late July.   

[natway09]

Plenty rain up here

[GreasyFingers]

from their website:

Weather Forecast

During 18 – 24 June 2024

During 18 - 19 Jun, the southwest monsoon prevails over the Andaman Sea, Thailand and the Gulf while the low-pressure cell covers upper Vietnam and the Gulf of Tonkin with isolated thundershowers in the country and isolated heavy rains in the upper Northeast, the East and the South (west coast). The moderate wind and waves in the upper Andaman Sea are likely 1 - 2 meters high and above 2 meters high in thundershowers. During 20 – 24 Jun, the southwest monsoon prevailing over the Andaman Sea, Thailand and the Gulf will strengthen while during 21 – 24 Jun, the monsoon trough will lie across Myanmar and upper Laos into the low-pressure cell over upper Vietnam and the Gulf of Tonkin. More rains and isolated heavy rains are likely in the country while isolated very heavy rains are possible in eastern of the Northeast, the East and the South (west coast). The strengthening wind forces the wave in the upper Andaman Sea are likely about 2 meters high, 1 – 2 meters high in the lower Andaman Sea and the gulf and above 2 meters high in thundershowers.

 

If you check their warnings, there are none. Who writes this stuff?