The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has forecasted that heavy rain is expected in two regions tomorrow, with a 70% likelihood due to the landfall of Typhoon Vutip. This has resulted in a moderate southwest monsoon affecting Thailand.
Northern Thailand will experience heavy rainfall in some areas, while the south will see thunderstorms in certain parts. Residents in northern Thailand are advised to exercise caution due to the risk of flash floods and runoff, particularly in hilly and low-lying areas. Farmers are encouraged to prepare for potential agricultural damage.
Typhoon Vutip has made landfall today, June 15, possibly causing heavy rain in the northeast. The Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand are experiencing moderate winds, with waves reaching 1 to 2 metres, and exceeding 2 metres in stormy areas.
Mariners in these regions should navigate cautiously and avoid areas with thunderstorms. Although the strong tropical storm Vutip has landed in Guangdong, China, it is not expected to enter Thailand. Travellers to the affected areas should check the weather conditions before departure.
North Thailand: Thunderstorms are predicted in 70% of the area, with heavy rain in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Nan, Uttaradit, Lamphun, Lampang, Tak, and Phitsanulok. Temperatures range from 24 to 26°C to 32 to 35°C, with variable winds at 5 to 15 kilometres per hour.
Northeast Thailand: Thunderstorms are expected in 60% of the area with heavy rain in Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, and Mukdahan. Temperatures will be between 23 and 26°C and 30 and 34°C, with southwest winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
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Central Thailand: Thunderstorms will cover 40% of the area with heavy rain in Saraburi, Kanchanaburi, and Ratchaburi. Temperatures will range from 24 to 26°C to 32 to 35°C, with southwest winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
East Thailand: Thunderstorms are forecasted for 70% of the area, with heavy rain in Nakhon Nayok, Prachinburi, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Temperatures will be 24 to 27°C to 31 to 34°C, with southwest winds at 15 to 35 kilometres per hour. The sea will have waves of 1 to 2 metres and over 2 metres in stormy conditions.
South Thailand (East Coast): Thunderstorms in 30% of the area, mainly in Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Yala, and Narathiwat. Temperatures will range from 24 to 25°C to 32 to 35°C, with southwest winds at 15 to 30 kilometres per hour. The sea will have waves around 1 metre, exceeding 2 metres in stormy weather.
South Thailand (West Coast): Thunderstorms in 20% of the area, mainly in Ranong and Phang Nga. Temperatures will range from 24 to 26°C to 32 to 35°C, with southwest winds at 15 to 35 kilometres per hour north of Phang Nga and 15 to 30 kilometres per hour south of Phuket. Waves are expected to be 1 to 2 metres high, exceeding 2 metres in stormy conditions.
Bangkok and Surrounding Areas: Thunderstorms in 60% of the area, with temperatures from 25 to 27°C to 32 to 35°C, with southwest winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour.
The TMD issued the 18th advisory on Typhoon Vutip at 5pm, noting that by 1pm today, the powerful tropical storm had made landfall in Guangdong, China. By 4pm, it was centred in Guangxi, China, at latitude 21.9° N and longitude 110.0° E, with maximum wind speeds at the centre reaching 100 kilometres per hour.
Moving northeast at 20 kilometres per hour, the storm is expected to weaken into a depression and then a low-pressure area. The typhoon will not enter Thailand but will strengthen the moderate southwest monsoon covering Thailand, causing heavy rain in the northeast’s eastern region, reported KhaoSod.
The Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand will see moderate sea conditions. Changes in circumstances will prompt immediate updates from the TMD. Residents are encouraged to follow official announcements closely and can access information at the department’s website or by calling 0-2399-4012-13 and 1182, available 24 hours a day.
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