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As next week marks the onset of summer in Thailand, meteorologists forecast a particularly scorching season, particularly in the north and northeast of the country. The Thai Meteorological Department has announced that the summer period will officially kick off from 28th February and run through to mid-May.

 

Despite the seasonal change, there's a ray of hope for cooler weather this year due to La Niña, which is expected to take some of the edge off the usual intense heat. The phenomenon is anticipated to result in a more moderate temperature range, hovering around 35°C to 36°C—slightly under last year’s hotter average of 37.5°C.

 

Director-General Sugunyanee Yavinchan from the Meteorological Department underscored that although the overall temperatures might see a slight dip, this summer isn’t set to be a walk in the park, especially for residents in specific areas.

 

The warning extends to 14 provinces including Chaiyaphum, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, and Uttaradit, where mercury levels are expected to soar past 42°C as April approaches. During this month, typically the peak of summer, the heat is predicted to be most intense.

In addition to the heat, La Niña might influence more rain than usual—up to 20% above the typical average for February to May. However, the impacts of this are likely to be sporadic, causing brief showers across various regions rather than consistent, widespread rainfall.

 

Residents in high-risk heat areas should prepare themselves for these extreme conditions. The department advises precautionary measures to stay cool, hydrated, and efficient energy usage as the nation braces for likely spikes in electricity demand, leading to fuel bills climbing steeply. Households and businesses can expect the effects to be financially taxing, with energy costs potentially nudging up from their current rates.

 

In summation, even with La Niña lending a touch of reprieve, this impending summer in Thailand remains a time for caution, particularly for those in the north and northeastern provinces. As locals prepare to face the heat head-on, a mix of sun and sporadic showers offers a backdrop to the season's searing narrative.

 

Overall, it's a summery spectacle inviting both watchfulness and adaptation, reminding us of nature's perpetual dance with climate fluctuations throughout the region. As temperatures rise, so too does the importance of prescient preparations to beat the heat safely and soundly, reported Bangkok Post.

 

-- 2025-02-22

 

 

Last May was catastrophic.

The article gives some hope it will be hot as usual.

Phew.....

Good that I live in Phuket, it doesn't get as hot as the rest of the country.

Yeah, it was a bit cold and crisp the last days. So we'll enjoy some "warm' days 🤗

9 minutes ago, KireB said:

Good that I live in Phuket, it doesn't get as hot as the rest of the country.

One of the few benefits yes, I can agree, last year here in the Kaeng Krachan area, 46Cº!

4 hours ago, webfact said:

As next week marks the onset of summer in Thailand, meteorologists forecast a particularly scorching season, particularly in the north and northeast of the country. The Thai Meteorological Department has announced that the summer period will officially kick off from 28th February and run through to mid-May

Bring it on....

4 hours ago, KhunBENQ said:

Last May was catastrophic.

The article gives some hope it will be hot as usual.

You want heat?  Either way, I never expect a cooldown until mid June.

6 minutes ago, LALes said:

You want heat?  Either way, I never expect a cooldown until mid June.

I am OK with the "usual"/"normal" heat and not the exceptional heat of 2024.

I am certainly glad to be back in Canada, and enjoying the mild weather

of late February. I spent nearly 2 months in Thailand and the heat was too much.

Hot is working on a Pipeline in the OZ outback !!

On 2/22/2025 at 11:37 AM, KireB said:

Good that I live in Phuket, it doesn't get as hot as the rest of the country.

It's one of the few benefits of living in Phuket. However, we're looking to leave because of the traffic and low end tourist dumpster situation.

32 minutes ago, Karma80 said:

It's one of the few benefits of living in Phuket. However, we're looking to leave because of the traffic and low end tourist dumpster situation.

Traffic is awful indeed, though north of Thalang is quiet.

An off topic troll post has been removed.

On 2/22/2025 at 1:15 AM, MikeandDow said:

Hot is working on a Pipeline in the OZ outback !!

 

Been there, done that

 

 

If they have to use nonsensical season labels in the middle of the tropics, then why not, at least, welcome spring before "summer"... 😆

11 hours ago, kwonitoy said:

 

Been there, done that

 

 

Yep that is hot !!

Summer can start whenever it wants as long as April isn't a repeat of last year. Over 100F basically everday for the month. That was the hootest month I've ever experienced here in 20+ years.

when does low season start???

Feels like 38°C / 100°F ... and it's only March 1st  

 

 

9 minutes ago, KhunLA said:

Feels like 38°C / 100°F ... and it's only March 1st  

 

 

101 now

This has been one of the most warmest winners that I can remember living in Thailand TIT

11 minutes ago, TheFishman1 said:

This has been one of the most warmest winners that I can remember living in Thailand TIT

Been one of the chilliest for us, while at PKK, last 7 ish yrs.  Damn MMGW 

 

That sure did change fast, and using the AC at night again.  It's called the weather for a reason, ever changing.  Tic Toc ... just waiting for the rains now.   Was nice this week with a bit of rain, and things came back to life, and turned green a bit.   Won't last though 😎

 

I think we peaked, hopefully ...

 

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On 2/24/2025 at 11:50 PM, kwonitoy said:

Been there, done that

as have I .