May 13, 2025May 13 File photo Brace yourselves, folks, as the skies are gearing up for a watery spectacle this week! Thailand's Meteorological Department has issued a deluge warning, with heavy rainfall predicted to bathe several parts of the nation until Sunday, including Bangkok. The southwestern monsoon is set to make its power play from May 13–17, unleashing widespread thunderstorms that will leave no umbrella dry. Following this soaking spell, the monsoon is expected to dial down the drama from May 18–22, though showers will linger in the afternoons and evenings. Mark your calendars for another spike in rainfall from May 23–25, when the rains are slated to make a triumphant return. In Bangkok's bustling heart, prepare for thunderstorms to strike 60–80% of spots from Tuesday through Sunday, with occasional wild, gusty winds adding to the excitement. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has switched to high alert following Saturday's torrential trouble. Quick to respond, flood control crews convened, armed with plans and round-the-clock vigilance to tackle the watery wrath. Despite drainage difficulties on Sunday, with 80% of Bangkok feeling the rainy repercussions (thanks to power cuts and tree tumbles in major canals), the situation was calmer than the chaos of the previous night. However, the southern provinces weren't spared, as torrential downpours hit places like Phuket, submerging several roads in Thalang, Muang, and Kathu districts. As this wet week marks the typical onset of the rainy season, an official announcement is expected soon, confirming nature’s yearly rain-drenched ritual. In a further twist, People's Party MP Rukchanok Srinork chimed in, criticising some city council members' choice of politically savvy over sensibly strategic water pump placements. She demands that installations focus on flood-prone areas where they’re needed most, not where they score political points. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-05-13
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