"North, Northeast, and East face extreme heat; check 25 provinces for thunderstorms and strong winds"

Extreme heat is forecast for northern, northeastern, and eastern Thailand on April 21, with the Thai Meteorological Department warning of thunderstorms and strong winds in 25 provinces. Phuket and other areas in the upper South will see daytime highs between 34-37°C, while the North faces temperatures up to 42°C and the Northeast up to 40°C.

Regional Weather Risks and Air Quality Warnings

The North will experience hot to very hot conditions, with thunderstorms affecting 10% of the area, notably in Nan, Uttaradit, Phitsanulok, and Phetchabun. Minimum temperatures range from 22-27°C, and maximums reach 37-42°C.

In the Northeast, 20% of the region, including Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, and Khon Kaen, will see storms and gusty winds. Temperatures will peak at 38-40°C. The East faces storms in 30% of the area, especially in Nakhon Nayok, Chonburi, and Trat, with highs of 34-39°C and sea waves exceeding 2 meters during storms.

Central provinces such as Lopburi and Ayutthaya can expect highs of 39-42°C. Bangkok will reach up to 40°C, with 10% of the area affected by storms.

The North and upper Central regions are experiencing PM2.5 and haze levels above safety standards, prompting officials to advise avoiding open spaces and wearing N95 masks outdoors.

Source: https://www.dailynews.co.th/news/5797534/