Rain Forecast: 60-70% Chance Across Most Regions, Bangkok Included; Flash Flood Warning Issued

Matichon•General•10d ago

Reader Briefing

The Meteorological Department forecasts widespread rain across Thailand, with a 60-70% probability in many areas, and warns of potential flash floods and landslides.

•The Meteorological Department issued a weather forecast predicting rain across most regions of Thailand, including Bangkok and its surrounding areas.
•There is a 60-70% chance of rain, with warnings issued for potential flash floods and landslides due to the expected heavy rainfall.
•The forecast is attributed to a strong southwest monsoon affecting the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand.

Overview

•On June 4, 2026, the Meteorological Department issued a 24-hour weather forecast for Thailand.
•The Meteorological Department warned of dangers from heavy to very heavy rainfall and accumulated rain, which could cause flash floods and landslides.
•A 60-70% chance of rain is forecast for most regions.
•The rainfall is due to a strong southwest monsoon prevailing over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand.
•People in affected areas are urged to prepare for potential flash floods and landslides, especially near waterways and low-lying areas.
•Waves in the Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand are expected to be quite strong, with heights of 2-3 meters.
•Small boats in the Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand are advised to refrain from leaving the shore during this period.
•Heavy to very heavy rain is predicted in specific provinces across the North, Northeast, Central, East, and West Coast of the South.

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Key Entities

Organization

Meteorological Department(กรมอุตุ)ℹ️

The official Thai government agency responsible for weather forecasting and climate monitoring.

Place

Bangkok and its surrounding areas(กทม.-ปริมณฑล)

The metropolitan region of Thailand, including the capital city and its adjacent provinces.

Thailand(ประเทศไทย)ℹ️

The country for which the weather forecast is issued.

Andaman Sea(ทะเลอันดามัน)ℹ️

The body of water impacting Thailand's western coast, contributing to the monsoon.

Gulf of Thailand(อ่าวไทย)ℹ️

The body of water impacting Thailand's eastern coast, affected by the monsoon.