The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasts continuous heavy rainfall across Thailand, identifying 39 provinces at risk. The northeast, north, and east are expected to be most affected. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Danas is projected to make landfall on July 7.
Over the next 24 hours, Thailand is anticipated to experience sporadic heavy rainfall, prompting a warning for residents in areas like Nan, Phrae, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Chanthaburi, and Trat to remain vigilant against potential flash floods and landslides.
These conditions are attributed to a low-pressure system over northern Vietnam, coupled with a moderate southwest monsoon affecting the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand.
The Department of Mineral Resources has highlighted the risk of landslides and flash floods in the aforementioned regions. In announcement number 12, the TMD warns of the intensifying typhoon Danas. The Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand are experiencing moderate sea conditions, with waves reaching up to 2 metres.
Areas with thunderstorms may see waves exceeding 2 metres, urging seafarers to exercise caution and avoid navigating during storms.
Tropical Storm Danas, located north of Taiwan, is expected to move towards China’s eastern coast from July 8 to July 9. Although not directly affecting Thailand, the storm will intensify the southwest monsoon over the country.
Weather forecast
The weather forecast from 6pm today to 6pm tomorrow indicates thunderstorms in 70% of the north, with heavy rainfall expected in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phayao, Nan, Phrae, Tak, Phitsanulok, and Phetchabun. Temperatures will range from 23 to 35 degrees Celsius with southwesterly winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
In the northeast, 70% of the area will experience thunderstorms with heavy rain in Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Kalasin, Mukdahan, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, and Ubon Ratchathani. Temperatures will vary between 24 and 36 degrees Celsius, accompanied by southwesterly winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
The central region will see thunderstorms in 60% of the area, with heavy rain in Lopburi, Saraburi, Kanchanaburi, and Ratchaburi. The temperature will be between 24 and 35 degrees Celsius, with southwesterly winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
In the east, thunderstorms will cover 70% of the area, with heavy rain in Nakhon Nayok, Prachin Buri, Sa Kaeo, Chachoengsao, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Temperatures will range from 25 to 36 degrees Celsius, with southwesterly winds at 15 to 35 kilometres per hour. The sea will have waves of 1 to 2 metres, with stormy areas experiencing higher waves.
The southern east coast will have thunderstorms in 60% of the area, focusing on Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, Surat Thani, and Nakhon Si Thammarat. Temperatures will be 23 to 34 degrees Celsius, with southwesterly winds at 15 to 35 kilometres per hour. The sea will have waves of 1 metre, rising to 2 metres offshore and during thunderstorms.
On the southern west coast, 70% will experience thunderstorms with heavy rain in Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, and Krabi. Temperatures will range from 24 to 34 degrees Celsius. From Phuket upwards, southwesterly winds will blow at 20 to 35 kilometres per hour, with waves around 2 metres, increasing during storms. From Krabi downwards, winds will be 15 to 35 kilometres per hour, with waves of 1 to 2 metres, reported KhaoSod.
Bangkok and surrounding areas will see thunderstorms in 60% of the area, with some heavy rain. Temperatures range from 27 to 35 degrees Celsius, with southwesterly winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
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