Meteorological Dept warns of erratic weather and heavy rain May 7-10

Prachachat•General•19d ago

Reader Briefing

Thailand's Meteorological Department warns of erratic weather, heavy rain, and strong winds across several regions from May 7-10, 2026.

•The Meteorological Department has issued its third warning about erratic weather conditions affecting Thailand.
•Heavy rain, strong gusts of wind, and thunderstorms are predicted for the Northern, Northeastern, Eastern, and Central regions, including Bangkok and its vicinity.
•The warning is in effect from May 7 to May 10, 2026, with specific advisories for different regions and timeframes.

•The Meteorological Department issued its third announcement (52/2026) regarding erratic weather conditions in Thailand.
•The announcement of erratic weather is effective from May 7 to May 10, 2026.
•The Northern, Northeastern, Eastern, and Central regions, including Bangkok and its vicinity, will experience increased thunderstorms with strong gusts and some heavy rain between May 7-10, 2026.
•This weather pattern is due to high-pressure areas or cooling air masses from China covering the Northeast and the South China Sea, combined with southerly and southeasterly winds bringing moisture from the Gulf of Thailand and the South China Sea.
•The public in affected areas is advised to be cautious of thunderstorms, strong gusts, and heavy rainfall, which could lead to flash floods and landslides.
•Farmers are urged to reinforce fruit trees and prepare for potential damage to agricultural produce and livestock.
•Between May 7-9, 2026, the general public in the upper part of Thailand should be aware of potential thunderstorms and strong gusts.
•Between May 6-9, 2026, the public in the lower southern region should be aware of heavy and accumulated rainfall potentially causing flash floods, landslides, and overflowing riverbanks.

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Meteorological Department(กรมอุตุฯ)ℹ️

The Thai organization issuing weather warnings and forecasts.

Sukanyanee Yavincharn(นางสาวสุกันยาณี ยะวิญชาญ)

Director-General of the Meteorological Department who issued the weather warning.