Meteorological Department Issues 4th Update on Typhoon Bavi and Heavy Rain, Advises Several Provinces to Prepare

Local10 Jul 2026 09:05 GMT+7

The Meteorological Department issued its 4th bulletin warning provinces of strong winds and heavy rain. Typhoon "Bavi" is expected to make landfall in China around 11–12 July, impacting Thailand by intensifying the covering monsoon winds.

On 10 July 2026, the websiteMeteorological Departmentissued Bulletin No. 4 on strong winds in the Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand, and heavy to very heavy rain in the southern west coast, western central region, and eastern region (effective until 15 July 2026).

It stated that from 10 to 15 July 2026, the southwest monsoon covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand will be strong, causing waves in the upper Andaman Sea to reach 2-4 meters high, with waves exceeding 4 meters in areas with thunderstorms. The upper Gulf of Thailand and lower Andaman Sea will have waves 2-3 meters high, exceeding 3 meters in stormy areas. Fishermen in these seas should navigate cautiously and avoid sailing in thunderstorms. Small boats are advised to stay ashore during this period.

From 11 to 14 July 2026, heavy to very heavy rain is expected in the southern west coast, western central region, and eastern region, especially in Ranong, Phang Nga, Chanthaburi, Trat, and Kanchanaburi provinces. Residents in these areas should beware of dangers from heavy and accumulated rainfall, which may cause flash floods and forest runoff, particularly in foothill areas near waterways and lowlands.

Meanwhile, Typhoon "Bavi" in the Pacific Ocean is expected to pass Taiwan and make landfall on the eastern coast of Fujian Province, China around 11–12 July 2026. The typhoon will not enter Thailand and therefore will not directly affect Thailand’s weather but will strengthen the southwest monsoon covering Thailand. Travelers to those areas should check weather conditions before traveling during those days.

For safety and to minimize potential impacts, the public is advised to plan their activities and travel carefully during this period. Citizens should follow updates from the Meteorological Department and can access information via their website.http://www.tmd.go.thor by calling 0-2399-4012-13 and hotline 1182, available 24 hours.