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Thailand Weather Alert: Heavy Rainfall and Rough Seas Expected
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a warning for heavy rain across 60% of the country, citing a monsoon trough and strengthening southwest winds.
On August 3, 2026, the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) released a 24-hour weather forecast warning of heavy rainfall across significant portions of Thailand. This weather pattern is attributed to a monsoon trough passing through the upper North and Laos, connecting to a low-pressure area near the coast of upper Vietnam. Additionally, moderate southwest winds are intensifying over the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand.
Residents and travelers should exercise caution regarding potential flash floods and forest runoff, particularly in low-lying areas and regions near mountain slopes. The TMD has specifically highlighted provinces in the North, such as Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, Lamphun, Phayao, Nan, Tak, and Uttaradit, as well as parts of the Northeast, as being at risk for heavy downpours.
Marine conditions are also expected to deteriorate. The upper Andaman Sea may experience waves reaching approximately 2 meters, while the lower Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand are forecasted to see waves between 1 and 2 meters. In areas experiencing thunderstorms, wave heights could exceed 2 meters. Mariners are advised to navigate with extreme caution and avoid areas affected by thunderstorms. While the TMD has provided these regional forecasts, individuals should continue to monitor local updates for specific developments in their immediate vicinity.
Translated from Thai.
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