Summer Storms, Hail, and Cooler Temperatures Expected

A powerful summer storm recently damaged a home in Nakhon Sawan, highlighting the intensifying weather patterns expected across the region. Meteorological authorities caution residents to prepare for more summer storms and possible hail this week.

The Meteorological Department forecasts widespread summer storms and hailstorms across various regions, with a noticeable drop in temperatures following the weather event. Sukanyanee Yawinchan, the director-general of the department, confirmed that the storms are due to a surge of cold air from China meeting the hot conditions prevalent in these areas.

The following provinces are likely to experience storms and hail on Sunday and Monday:

• North: Nan, Phetchabun, Phichit, Phitsanulok, Uttaradit;
• Northeast: Amnat Charoen, Buri Ram, Chaiyaphum, Kalasin, Khon Kaen, Loei, Maha Sarakham, Nakhon Ratchasima, Roi Et, Si Sa Ket, Surin, Ubon Ratchathani, Yasothon;
• Central: Ang Thong, Ayutthaya, Chai Nat, Lop Buri, Nakhon Pathom, Nakhon Sawan, Ratchaburi, Samut Sakhon, Samut Songkhram, Saraburi, Sing Buri, Greater Bangkok;
• East: Chachoengsao, Chanthaburi, Chon Buri, Nakhon Nayok, Prachin Buri, Rayong, Sa Kaeo, Trat.

On Monday, affected areas will include:

• North: Chiang Mai, Kamphaeng Phet, Lampang, Lamphun, Phrae, Sukhothai, Tak;
• Central: Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Pathom, Ratchaburi, Samut Sakhon, Samut Songkhram, Suphan Buri, Uthai Thani;
• East: Chachoengsao, Chanthaburi, Chon Buri, Rayong, Trat;
• Upper South: Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan.

From Tuesday to Thursday, temperatures are expected to drop significantly, with decreases of five to eight degrees Celsius in the Northeast and two to four degrees in other regions. Additionally, heightened winds from the east and southeast are likely to cause increased rainfall in the Gulf of Thailand, the southern regions, and the Andaman Sea, potentially leading to heavy downpours.

Residents are advised that wave heights in the lower Gulf of Thailand may reach two to three meters, with even higher waves during storms. Similar heightened conditions are expected in the upper Gulf and in the Andaman Sea, where small boats should remain ashore for safety.