Thailand Meteorological Department Issues Rain Forecast for October 24

Key summary

The Thailand Meteorological Department released a 24-hour weather forecast on October 24, 69 (Thai calendar year), warning of continuous rain and heavy rainfall in the southern region. The department attributes these conditions to weakening high-pressure systems over northern Thailand, northeastern Thailand, and the South China Sea, combined with easterly winds and a monsoon trough crossing central southern Thailand. While the upper part of the country is expected to see some thunderstorms, the south faces significant risks including flash floods and flash floods in hilly areas near waterways and low-lying regions. Wave heights exceeding 2 meters are forecast for parts of the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand during thunderstorms, prompting warnings for mariners to exercise caution and avoid navigating in stormy areas. Specific regional forecasts indicate varying probabilities of thunderstorms, with the southern coastlines facing the highest likelihood at 60% to 70%, alongside temperature ranges between 21°C and 37°C depending on the region.