The Meteorological Department issued the 5th warning."Summer storms"in upper Thailand. Check provinces to prepare for thunderstorms and strong gusts from 16-20 April 2026.
On 16 April 2026, the websiteof the Meteorological Departmentissued a statement about summer storms in upper Thailand (effective 16-20 April 2026) in its 5th edition, stating that upper Thailand will experience summer storms characterized by thunderstorms, strong gusty winds, and hail in some areas, with possible lightning in some locations.
It will begin affecting the northeastern and eastern regions first, then the central region including Bangkok and its vicinity, and later the northern region. This is due to a high-pressure system or cold air mass from China extending over the South China Sea, strengthening the south and southeast winds over the lower northeastern and eastern regions, while upper Thailand experiences hot to very hot weather.
Residents in these areas are advised to be cautious of dangers from summer storms, avoid staying in open spaces, under large trees, weak structures, or unstable billboards. Farmers should reinforce fruit trees and prepare to protect agricultural produce and livestock from possible damage, and take care of their health during this changing weather period.
The public is urged to follow announcements from the Meteorological Department and can access information on its websitehttp://www.tmd.go.thor call 0-2399-4012-13 and 1182, available 24 hours. The provinces expected to be affected by thunderstorms and strong gusty winds are as follows:
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