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Weather Alert: Heavy Rain Warning Issued Until June 1, 2026

Weather Alert: Heavy Rain Warning Issued Until June 1, 2026

Thairath•Society•9h ago

Reader Briefing

Thailand's Meteorological Department has issued its seventh weather warning, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall and strong winds across multiple regions until June 1, 2026, prompting advisories for both the public and maritime activities.

  • •The Thai Meteorological Department issued its 7th announcement regarding heavy to very heavy rainfall and strong waves.
  • •The warning is in effect until June 1, 2026, with impacts expected across the South, East, Western Northern, and Central regions.
  • •The public is advised to prepare for flash floods and forest runoff, while small boats are cautioned against navigating rough seas.

Overview

  • •The Meteorological Department announced heavy to very heavy rainfall and strong winds in multiple provinces, with effects lasting until June 1, 2026.
  • •The warning is due to the southwest monsoon prevailing over the Andaman Sea and Thailand, coupled with a rain belt across the upper part of Thailand.
  • •The Southern, Eastern, Western Northern, and Central regions are expected to experience continuous rain, with some areas facing heavy to very heavy downpours.
  • •The public is urged to be vigilant about sudden floods and forest runoff, especially in low-lying areas and near waterways.
  • •Wave heights in the upper Andaman Sea are expected to reach 2-3 meters, exceeding 3 meters in monsoon thunderstorm areas.
  • •Sailors are advised to exercise extreme caution, avoid thunderstorms, and small boats in the upper Andaman Sea should avoid sailing until June 1, 2026.
  • •The Meteorological Department issued announcements on May 30, 2026, May 31, 2026, and June 1, 2026.
  • •The next announcement from the Meteorological Department is scheduled for May 30, 2026, at 17:00.

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Key Quotes

Meteorological Department
"The public in Thailand should prepare for dangers from heavy to very heavy rain and accumulated rainfall, which may cause flash floods and forest runoff."
ขอให้ประชาชนบริเวณประเทศไทยเตรียมพร้อมระวังอันตรายจากฝนตกหนักถึงหนักมากและฝนที่ตกสะสม ซึ่งอาจทำให้เกิดน้ำท่วมฉับพลันและน้ำป่าไหลหลาก
Meteorological Department
"Sailors in the affected areas should navigate with caution and avoid sailing in thunderstorms. Small boats in the upper Andaman Sea should refrain from leaving shore during the said period."
ขอให้ชาวเรือในบริเวณดังกล่าวเดินเรือด้วยความระมัดระวังและหลีกเลี่ยงการเดินเรือในบริเวณที่มีฝนฟ้าคะนอง ส่วนเรือเล็กบริเวณทะเลอันดามันตอนบนควรงดออกจากฝั่งในช่วงวันดังกล่าวไว้ด้วย

Key Entities

Organization

Meteorological Department(กรมอุตุนิยมวิทยา)ℹ️
The official Thai government agency responsible for weather forecasting and warnings.

Place

Andaman Sea(ทะเลอันดามัน)ℹ️
A body of water located to the west of Thailand, mentioned in the context of wave forecasts.
Southern Thailand(ภาคใต้)ℹ️
A geographical region in Thailand expected to be affected by heavy rainfall.
Eastern Thailand(ภาคตะวันออก)ℹ️
A geographical region in Thailand expected to be affected by heavy rainfall.
Northern Thailand(ภาคเหนือ)ℹ️
A geographical region in Thailand, specifically its western parts, expected to be affected by heavy rainfall.
Central Thailand(ภาคกลาง)ℹ️
A geographical region in Thailand expected to be affected by heavy rainfall.
Gulf of Thailand(อ่าวไทย)ℹ️
A body of water located to the east of Thailand, mentioned in the context of wind conditions.
Phuket Province(จังหวัดภูเก็ต)ℹ️
A province located in the upper Andaman Sea, where wave conditions are mentioned.
Krabi Province(จังหวัดกระบี่)ℹ️
A province located in the lower Andaman Sea, where wave conditions are mentioned.