Meteorological Department Issues Weather Warning for Thailand
September 19, 2023
The Meteorological Department has revealed today’s weather forecast for Thailand. The country is expected to experience heavy rain in certain regions, with a specific warning issued for 31 states to be cautious of flash floods. In the Bangkok-metropolitan areas, approximately 60% of rain has already been received.
Weather Forecast for the Next 24 Hours
The monsoon trough is currently moving across the upper northern region of Thailand and upper Laos, entering the low pressure area along the upper Vietnamese coast. At the same time, the southwest monsoon is blowing over the Andaman Sea, Northeast Lower, Central, East, South, and the Gulf of Thailand. This weather pattern will result in continued heavy rain in various areas, including the northern region, Northeast, East, Central, and Bangkok, along with surrounding areas.
The Meteorological Department advises people in these regions to exercise caution due to the potential dangers posed by heavy and accumulated rain. Flash floods and landslides are possible, especially in mountainous slopes, near waterways, and low-lying areas. Additionally, extra caution is recommended when traveling through areas experiencing thunderstorms.
Regarding the wind and wave conditions, waves in the upper Andaman Sea from Ranong Province and above are expected to reach heights of 1-2 meters. Thunderstorm areas may experience waves higher than 2 meters. In the Andaman Sea from Phang Nga Province downwards and the Gulf of Thailand, waves are anticipated to be approximately 1 meter high, while thunderstorm areas may experience waves reaching 1-2 meters. Boat operators are advised to exercise caution and avoid sailing in areas with lightning and thunder storms.
Highlights of the Weather Forecast:
The North: Thunderstorms are expected to occur in 70% of the region, with heavy rain in some areas. Minimum temperatures will range between 23-24 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures will reach 29-33 degrees Celsius. Variable wind speeds of 10-20 km/hour are anticipated.
Northeast: Thunderstorms are expected to affect 60% of the region, with heavy rain in some areas. Minimum temperatures will range between 23-25 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures will reach 32-34 degrees Celsius. Variable wind speeds of 10-20 km/hour are anticipated.
Central Region: Thunderstorms are expected to occur in 60% of the region, with heavy rain in certain areas. Minimum temperatures will range between 24-25 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures will reach 33-34 degrees Celsius. Southwest winds of 10-20 km/hour are expected.
Eastern Region: Thunderstorms are anticipated to affect 60% of the region, with heavy rain in some places. Minimum temperatures will range between 24-28 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures will reach 31-34 degrees Celsius. Southwesterly winds of 15-30 km/hour are expected. The sea is forecasted to have waves approximately 1 meter high, with heights reaching 1-2 meters in thunderstorm areas.
Southern Region (East Coast): Thunderstorms are expected to occur in 40% of the region, primarily in Phetchaburi, Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat. Minimum temperatures will range between 24-25 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures will reach 32-35 degrees Celsius. Southwest winds of 15-30 km/hour are expected. The sea will have waves approximately 1 meter high, with heights reaching 1-2 meters in areas experiencing thunderstorms.
Southern Region (West Coast): Thunderstorms are expected to occur in 40% of the region, primarily in Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, and Krabi. Minimum temperatures will range between 24-25 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures will reach 32-34 degrees Celsius. Winds will blow from the south-west at speeds of 15-35 km/hour from Ranong Province and above, and at 15-30 km/hour from Phang Nga Province downwards. The sea is expected to have waves 1-2 meters high, with heights exceeding 2 meters in areas with thunderstorms.
Bangkok and Surrounding Areas: Thunderstorms are expected to occur in 60% of the region, with heavy rain in some areas. Minimum temperatures will range between 24-26 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures will reach 33-34 degrees Celsius. Southwest winds of 10-20 km/hour are anticipated.
The Meteorological Department’s weather forecast covers the period from 6:00 am today until 6:00 am tomorrow, September 20, 2023.
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Furthermore, the government has approved a budget of 2.3 billion for the 2023 financial year. This budget will be allocated to support lunch and milk programs.
Stay safe and take necessary precautions during this period of heavy rain. Be aware of the potential risks, such as flash floods and landslides, especially in vulnerable areas. Travelers are advised to exercise increased caution while traversing through regions experiencing thunderstorms. Boat operators should navigate carefully and avoid areas with lightning and thunder storms.
Meteorological Department reveals the weather today, 19 September ’23, heavy rain in some places, warning 31 states to watch out for flash floods. As for Bangkok-metropolitan areas, 60% of rain was received.
Meteorological Department weather forecast for the next 24 hours The monsoon trough is moving up to lie across the upper northern region and upper Laos. Entering the low pressure area along the upper Vietnamese coast. while the southwest monsoon blows over the Andaman Sea Northeast Lower, Central, East, South and the Gulf of Thailand This feature causes Thailand to still have heavy rain in some areas in the northern region. Northeast, East, Central, including Bangkok and surrounding areas
Extend the Southern Border Emergency Decree for 1 month, except for Kapho District, Pattani, and issue the Security Act instead.
Approve the 2023 financial year budget, totaling 2.3 billion to support lunch and milk.
People in the area are asked to be careful of the dangers of heavy rain and accumulated rain. This can cause flash floods and flash floods. Especially mountain slopes, near waterways and low-lying areas. Including increased caution when traveling through thunderstorm areas.
For wind waves in the upper Andaman Sea From Ranong Province up there are waves 1-2 meters high. In areas with thunderstorms there are waves more than 2 meters high. In the Andaman Sea from Phang Nga Province down and the Gulf of Thailand waves are approximately 1 meter high and in areas with thunderstorm waves 1-2 meters high. Boats in the area are asked to navigate carefully and avoid sailing in areas with lightning and thunder storms.
Weather forecast for Thailand 6:00 am today to 6:00 am tomorrow (20 September 2023)
the North
There will be thunderstorms in 70 per cent of the area and heavy rain in some places. In the provinces of Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lamphun, Lampang, Nan, Phayao, Phrae and Tak, minimum temperature 23-24 degrees Celsius, maximum temperature 29-33 degrees Celsius, variable wind speed 10-20 km / hour.
Northeast
There will be thunderstorms in 60 percent of the area and heavy rain in some places. In the provinces of Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Nong Bua Lamphu, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom and Mukdahan, minimum temperature 23-25 degrees Celsius, maximum temperature 32-34 degrees Celsius, variable wind speed 10- 20 km the hour.
Central region
There will be thunderstorms in 60 percent of the area and heavy rain in some places. In the provinces of Nakhon Sawan, Uthai Thani, Saraburi, Suphan Buri, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, Nakhon Pathom, Samut Songkhram and Samut Sakhon, minimum temperature 24-25 degrees Celsius, maximum temperature 33-34 degrees Celsius, southwest winds 10-20 km/hour.
Eastern Region
There will be thunderstorms in 60 percent of the area and heavy rain in some places. In the provinces of Nakhon Nayok, Prachinburi, Chanthaburi and Trat, minimum temperature 24-28 degrees Celsius, maximum temperature 31-34 degrees Celsius, southwesterly winds 15-30 km/hour The sea has waves about 1 meter high In areas with thunderstorms, high waves 1. -2 meters
Southern Region (East Coast)
There will be thunderstorms in 40 percent of the area, mainly in Phetchaburi, Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat, Minimum temperature 24-25 degrees Celsius, maximum temperature 32-35 degrees Celsius, south-west winds 15-30 km/hour Sea Waves are about 1 meter high. In areas with thunderstorms, waves 1-2 meters high.
Southern Region (West Coast)
There will be thunderstorms in 40 percent of the area, mainly in the provinces of Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket and Krabi. Minimum temperature 24-25 degrees Celsius, maximum temperature 32-34 degrees Celsius From Ranong Province up: southerly winds -west 15-35 km/hour The sea has waves 1-2 meters high In areas with thunderstorms the waves are more than 2 meters high. From Phang Nga province down: south-westerly winds 15-30 km./hour The sea has waves about 1 meter high. In areas with thunderstorms, wave height 1-2 metres
Bangkok and surrounding areas
There will be thunderstorms in 60 percent of the area and heavy rain in some places. Minimum temperature 24-26 degrees Celsius Maximum temperature 33-34 degrees Celsius Southwest winds 10-20 km/hour.
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