Phuket seas forecast to reach 2 metres amid August 23 weather warning
Southwesterly winds of 15 to 35 kilometres per hour are forecast from Phuket southward, with waves rising above 2 metres in thunderstorm areas.
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Phuket forecast to see thunderstorms as Andaman waves reach 2 metres
Thunderstorms are forecast across 60% of the area around Phuket on 22 August, with waves rising above 2 metres in storm conditions.
Phuket waters face rough conditions as Thailand warns of heavy rain
Southwesterly winds from Phuket southwards are forecast to reach 15-35km/h, with waves rising above 2 metres during thunderstorms.
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Phuket is forecast to see thunderstorms and isolated heavy rain, with Andaman Sea waves around two metres and higher during storms.
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