Phuket faces thunderstorms and rough seas as monsoon strengthens
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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TMD warns of flash floods and rough seas near Phuket on 9 August
The Thai Meteorological Department has warned of flash floods and rough seas as a strengthening southwest monsoon affects Thailand, with waves near Phuket reaching 2 to 3 metres.
Phuket included in warning for strong winds and waves
Phuket was among seven provinces included in a Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation warning for strong winds and waves on 9 August 2026.
Phuket faces rough Andaman seas as TMD warns of heavy rain
Thunderstorms are forecast across 60% of the southern west coast from 8 to 9 August, while seas from Phuket northwards could reach 2 to 3 metres and rise above 3 metres in storms.
Heavy rain forecast for Phuket as monsoon strengthens
Thailand’s Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rain in parts of Phuket through 9 August, with flash floods and rough seas possible.
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