Thailand is bracing for hot to remarkably hot weather with limited rainfall during the Songkran festival, from April 10-15, 2069.
National Forecast
The Thai Meteorological Department forecasts hot to very hot conditions across much of the country between April 10th and 15th, 2069. Skies will be hazy during the day, and rainfall will be minimal due to a low-pressure system covering upper Thailand, coupled with weak southwesterly winds.
Southern Thailand can expect continued scattered thunderstorms and hot daytime temperatures, influenced by westerly winds over the Andaman Sea, southern Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand.
Regional Outlooks
- Northern Thailand: Hot to very hot conditions with hazy skies and isolated thunderstorms. Winds will be westerly at 5-15 km/hr. Temperatures will range from 21-28°C overnight to 37-42°C during the day.
- Northeast Thailand: Hot to very hot weather with hazy skies. Overnight lows will be 22-28°C, with daytime highs of 38-42°C. Winds will be southwesterly at 10-15 km/hr.
- Central Thailand: Hot to very hot conditions with hazy skies and occasional thunderstorms, primarily in the western part of the region. Temperatures will range from 24-28°C overnight to 37-42°C during the day. Winds will be southwesterly at 10-15 km/hr.
- Eastern Thailand: Hot to very hot weather with hazy skies from April 9th-13th, with scattered thunderstorms, particularly in the southern part of the region. From April 14th-15th, conditions will be hot with hazy skies and a 10-20% chance of thunderstorms, again mainly in the south. Winds will be southerly at 15-30 km/hr, with waves around 1 meter, potentially higher during thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from 25-29°C overnight to 34-41°C during the day.
- Southern Thailand (East Coast): Hot weather with a 10-20% chance of thunderstorms. Westerly winds will be 15-30 km/hr, with waves around 1 meter, potentially higher during thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from 23-27°C overnight to 34-39°C during the day.
- Southern Thailand (West Coast): Hot weather with a 10-20% chance of thunderstorms. Winds will be northwesterly at 15-30 km/hr, with waves around 1 meter, potentially higher during thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from 24-28°C overnight to 34-38°C during the day.
- Bangkok and Surrounding Areas: Hot to very hot weather with hazy skies. Winds will be southwesterly at 10-15 km/hr. Temperatures will range from 27-29°C overnight to 36-41°C during the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the expected temperature range during Songkran?
Temperatures are expected to range from 21-42°C depending on the region, with many areas experiencing very hot conditions.
Are there any areas expected to experience significant rainfall?
Southern Thailand can expect scattered thunderstorms, while other regions will likely see limited rainfall.
What are the sea conditions expected to be during Songkran?
Waves in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea are expected to be around 1 meter, potentially higher during thunderstorms.
How will you plan to stay safe and hydrated during the upcoming hot weather?