Heavy Rains in South and strong Wind-Waves in Gulf No. 7 (65/2023)

Weather Advisory

Subject: Heavy Rains in South and strong Wind-Waves in Gulf

No. 7 (65/2023)

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The stronger northeast monsoon prevails across the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea. The stronger winds force the waves 2-3 meters high in the upper Gulf from Surat Thani upwards and more than 3 meters high in thundershowers. In the lower Gulf from Nakhon Si Thammarat downwards, the waves are 2-4 meters high and in thundershowers more than 4 meters high. For the Andaman Sea offshore, the waves are likely 1-2 meters high. On 27 and 28 February, isolated heavy rains are forecast for the lower South. People should beware of the severe condition that may cause flash floods and overflows, especially along the foothills near waterways and lowlands. All ships proceed with caution, and keep off thundershowers. Small boats in the Gulf keep ashore and beware of inshore surges.   

In addition, another strong high pressure system from China covers upper Thailand and the South China Sea with cooler condition. The temperature will decrease by 1-3 degrees Celsius with strong winds. People should keep healthy and beware of fire due to dry air and strong winds.

            The advisory is in effect on 26 February 2023, at 5.00 a.m.

            This next issue will be at 26 February 2023, at 5.00 p.m.

                         (Signed)   Chomparee Chompurat       

                    (Miss Chomparee Chompurat)                            

                             Director-General                        

                                            Thai Meteorological Department