"North and Northeast on alert for 'summer storms'; check 33 provinces for thunderstorms; Bangkok weather hot at 36-39°C"
'North and Northeast on alert for 'summer storms'; check 33 provinces for thunderstorms; Bangkok weather hot at 36-39°C' — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.
Summer storms are expected to hit northern and northeastern Thailand, with 33 provinces on alert for thunderstorms, the Meteorological Department announced on April 24. Bangkok will see hot weather, with maximum temperatures forecast at 36-39°C, while Phuket and other southern provinces may experience scattered thunderstorms and daytime heat.
Regional Warnings and Weather Conditions
Officials warn of strong winds, hail, and isolated heavy rain in the North and Northeast due to a cold air mass from China. Affected northern provinces include Lampang, Nan, Phrae, Uttaradit, Sukhothai, Phitsanulok, Phichit, Phetchabun, Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Lamphun, Tak, and Kamphaeng Phet.
In the Northeast, thunderstorms and hail are possible in Loei, Nong Bua Lamphu, Udon Thani, Chaiyaphum, Khon Kaen, Kalasin, Mukdahan, Maha Sarakham, Roi Et, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, Nakhon Ratchasima, Buriram, Surin, Sisaket, Ubon Ratchathani, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Sakon Nakhon, and Nakhon Phanom.
Southern and Coastal Impacts
Phuket, Krabi, and Trang in the southern region are forecast to have daytime highs of 35-37°C, with a 10% chance of thunderstorms. The Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand will see waves around one metre, rising above one metre during storms.
Mariners are advised to avoid areas with thunderstorms due to increased wave heights. Dust and haze accumulation in the North and upper Central regions remain above standard levels, prompting recommendations to wear N95 masks outdoors.
Source: https://www.dailynews.co.th/news/5807244/
