Summary of the warning situation from the Meteorological Department and provinces that need to be on alert today. Meteorological Department issues the 12th announcement warning. Weather conditions on 7 Oct 2026. Many regions across Thailand continue to experience thunderstorms and heavy rain in some areas. Check the list of provinces preparing and monitoring risky spots with accumulated water.
On 7 Oct 2026, the Facebook page ofthe Meteorological Departmentposted that the updated weather warning, announcement number 12 for today (7 Oct 2026), states rain continues and should be closely followed.
The western part of the north and central regions, as well as the south, still have thunderstorms and heavy rain in some places. Strong gusts of wind may occur during rainfall. Areas with ongoing rain or already accumulated water should exercise extra caution.
Forecast of areas to watch for heavy rain today.
Boaters during this period should watch sea conditions; waves are rising in the Gulf of Thailand and Andaman Sea. Avoid areas with thunderstorms where waves exceed 2 meters.
Although this announcement is the final one for "this event," new warnings will follow because the weather remains unstable and can change, especially from 9 to 13 October when rain will return. In the eastern, central including Bangkok metropolitan, and southern regions, rain will increase, with some areas experiencing heavy to very heavy rain.
Therefore, meteorologists will continue monitoring the weather closely and provide immediate updates if there are changes or concerns.
The full announcement on unstable weather in upper Thailand (effective until 7 October 2026), number 12, states that on 7 Oct 2026, the western parts of the north and central regions, as well as the south, will still experience thunderstorms and some heavy rain. This is due to a high-pressure system or cold air mass from China covering the north, northeast, and upper central regions, combined with easterly and southeast winds bringing moisture from the South China Sea and the Gulf of Thailand to the lower northeast and eastern regions. Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon continues to cover the Andaman Sea and western Thailand.
The public is advised to beware of dangers from thunderstorms, strong winds, heavy and accumulated rainfall, which may cause flash floods and mountain runoff, especially in foothill areas near waterways and low-lying areas prone to flooding.
Waves and winds in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand will intensify, with waves exceeding 2 meters in thunderstorm areas. Boaters in these waters should check routes carefully, navigate cautiously, and avoid sailing where thunderstorms occur.
Between 9-13 Oct 2026, the eastern, central including Bangkok and its vicinity, and southern regions will see increased rainfall, with some places experiencing heavy to very heavy rain. The public should closely follow weather forecasts during this period.
For safety and to minimize potential impacts, residents are advised to plan their activities and travel carefully during this time. They should follow announcements from the Meteorological Department and can access information on the department's website.http://www.tmd.go.thOr call 0-2399-4012-13 and 1182, available 24 hours a day.
