The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued an extreme heat warning for several regions across Thailand from today until March 5, with temperatures expected to exceed 40°C in some areas. The forecast indicates varying levels of heat nationwide.
Weather Overview (Feb 27 – March 4)
A weakening high-pressure system over the northeast and South China Sea will reduce moisture from the east and southeast winds, leading to warmer conditions and minimal rainfall in northern Thailand. Mornings will remain cool with light fog, especially in the northern and northeastern provinces. In the south, weak eastern winds over the Gulf of Thailand, Andaman Sea, and southern region may cause occasional thunderstorms. Wave heights in the lower Gulf will be moderate, ranging from 1 to 2 metres, with waves exceeding 2 metres in stormy conditions.
Regional Forecasts
Northern Thailand
- Cool mornings with light fog; afternoons will be hot.
- Temperatures: Lows of 20-24°C, highs of 29-38°C.
- Mountainous areas will be cooler, with lows of 8-16°C.
- Winds: Southeast at 5-15 km/h.
Northeastern Thailand
- 10-20% chance of thunderstorms, mainly in the lower region.
- Feb 26 – March 1: Morning fog, daytime temperatures rising by 2-4°C.
- Lows: 18-25°C, highs: 27-36°C.
- Mountainous areas: 14-18°C.
- March 2 – March 4: Hot and hazy days.
- Lows: 21-27°C, highs: 34-37°C.
- Winds: Eastern at 10-15 km/h.
Central Thailand
- 10-20% chance of thunderstorms, mostly in the lower areas.
- Daytime temperatures rising by 1-3°C.
- Lows: 20-27°C, highs: 30-37°C.
- Winds: Southeast at 10-15 km/h (Feb 26 – March 1), shifting to southern winds at the same speed (March 2 – March 4).
Eastern Thailand
- 10-30% chance of thunderstorms.
- Feb 26 – March 1: Temperatures rising by 1-3°C.
- Lows: 22-26°C, highs: 33-36°C.
- March 2 – March 4: Hot and hazy conditions.
- Lows: 26-28°C, highs: 34-37°C.
- Winds: Southeast at 10-30 km/h.
- Sea conditions: Waves below 1 metre, higher offshore and over 2 metres in stormy areas.
Southern Thailand (Eastern Coast)
- Feb 27 – March 1: 20-30% chance of thunderstorms (Surat Thani upwards).
- Winds: Eastern at 15-30 km/h.
- Waves: 1 metre, higher in stormy areas.
- Nakhon Si Thammarat downwards:
- Winds: Southeast at 15-35 km/h.
- Waves: 1-2 metres, higher in stormy conditions.
- March 2 – March 4: 10-20% chance of thunderstorms.
- Winds: Eastern at 15-30 km/h.
- Waves: 1 metre, higher in stormy areas.
- Temperatures: Lows of 20-27°C, highs of 26-33°C.
Southern Thailand (Western Coast)
- 10-20% chance of thunderstorms throughout the period.
- Temperatures: Lows of 24-27°C, highs of 27-34°C.
- Feb 27 – March 1:
- Winds: Eastern at 15-30 km/h.
- Waves: 1 metre, higher offshore and in stormy areas.
- March 2 – March 4:
- Winds: Eastern at 10-30 km/h.
- Waves: Below 1 metre, higher offshore and in stormy conditions.
Bangkok & Surrounding Areas
- 10-20% chance of thunderstorms throughout the period.
- Feb 26 – March 1: Hot days with temperatures rising by 1-3°C.
- Lows: 22-26°C, highs: 33-37°C.
- Winds: Southeast at 10-15 km/h.
- March 2 – March 4: Hot and hazy weather.
- Lows: 25-28°C, highs: 36-38°C.
- Winds: Southern at 10-15 km/h.
Precautions & Advisories
- Residents should take necessary health precautions amid the rising temperatures.
- Farmers are advised to protect their crops from extreme heat.
- Sailors in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea should navigate carefully and avoid stormy areas.
Stay hydrated and take necessary precautions as temperatures continue to climb.
