{
  "id": 13076784,
  "title": "Thai Meteorological Department warns of storms, hail and lightning from 9–15 October",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/thai-meteorological-department-warns-of-storms-hail-and-lightning",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-09T09:10:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Khaosod English",
    "slug": "khaosod-english",
    "url": "https://www.khaosodenglish.com/featured/2026/10/09/thai-meteorological-department-warns-of-storms-hail-and-lightning-from-9-15-october/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bangkok — According to the Thai Meteorological Department, Thailand can expect unsettled weather conditions between October 9th and 15th, 2026, with increased chances of rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, hail and lightning, and heavy to very heavy rainfall in certain regions. Rainfall is predicted to taper off from October 12th to 15th in upper Thailand, while the southern areas will continue to experience rain, with some regions facing heavy to very heavy rainfall. This forecast is attributed to the arrival of another high-pressure system or cold air mass from China over upper Thailand, combined with a monsoon trough across the southern regions. The southwest monsoon will continue to dominate over the Andaman Sea, southern regions, and the Gulf of Thailand. In the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand, waves are expected to reach approximately 1 meter, but may surge above 2 meters in thunderstorm-prone areas.\n\nAuthorities advise individuals across Thailand to exercise caution between October 9th and 13th, as they should remain vigilant for thunderstorms, strong winds, hail, heavy to very heavy rain, and excessive rainfall, which may result in flash floods and river overflow, particularly in foothills near waterways and low-lying areas prone to flooding. Open spaces, tall trees, and unstable advertising billboards should be avoided. Boat operators in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea are urged to exercise caution and refrain from sailing in areas experiencing thunderstorms during the duration of this forecast period.\n\nNorthern Thailand is expected to witness thunderstorms across 40-60% of the region between October 10th and 11th, accompanied by heavy rainfall and strong winds, primarily in the lower parts of the region. From October 12th to 15th, thunderstorms are forecast to affect 10-30% of the region, mainly in western and lower areas. Easterly winds are anticipated to range from 10-25 km/h, with minimum temperatures between 20-25°C and maximum temperatures peaking at 31-35°C.\n\nNortheastern Thailand will experience thunderstorms across 30-60% of the region from October 9th to 10th, with heavy rainfall and strong winds in some areas. From October 11th to 15th, thunderstorms are predicted to cover 10-20% of the region. Northeasterly winds will prevail at 10-30 km/h, with minimum temperatures ranging from 21-26°C and maximum temperatures reaching 30-35°C.\n\nCentral Thailand is forecast to encounter thunderstorms across 60-70% of the region between October 10th and 11th, with heavy to very heavy rain and strong winds in some areas. From October 12th to 15th, thunderstorms are expected to cover 20-30% of the region. Easterly winds will dominate at 10-20 km/h, while minimum temperatures will range from 22-27°C, and maximum temperatures will reach 31-36°C.\n\nEastern Thailand will be affected by thunderstorms across 60-80% of the region during the same timeframe, with heavy to very heavy rain and strong winds in specific areas. From October 12th to 15th, thunderstorms are expected to affect 20-40% of the region, with easterly winds blowing at 15-30 km/h. Waves are anticipated to be below 1 meter but may rise above 2 meters in thunderstorm-prone areas. Minimum temperatures will range from 23-27°C, and maximum temperatures will hit 31-35°C.\n\nSouthern Thailand's eastern coast will witness thunderstorms across 60-70% of the region throughout the forecast period, with heavy rain in certain areas. Very heavy rain is anticipated in some regions from October 10th to 12th. Winds near Surat Thani northwards will be variable, blowing at 15-30 km/h. Waves will reach around 1 meter, but may surge above 2 meters in areas experiencing thunderstorms. Minimum temperatures will range from 23-27°C, and maximum temperatures will soar to 31-35°C. Southern Thailand's western coast will experience thunderstorms across 40-60% of the region from October 9th to 10th and from October 13th to 15th. From Phang Nga northwards, winds will be variable at 15-30 km/h, while waves will reach approximately 1 meter, but may exceed 2 meters in thunderstorm-prone regions. From Phuket southwards, southwesterly winds will prevail at 15-30 km/h, with waves reaching around 1 meter, but may rise above 2 meters in areas affected by thunderstorms. Minimum temperatures will range from 24-26°C, and maximum temperatures will reach 31-35°C. Finally, Bangkok and its surrounding areas are predicted to have thunderstorms across 60-80% of the area between October 10th and 11th, accompanied by heavy to very heavy rain and strong winds in certain locations. From October 12th to 15th, thunderstorms are expected to affect 20-40% of the area. Easterly winds will prevail at 10-20 km/h, with minimum temperatures ranging from 24-27°C and maximum temperatures reaching 32-36°C.",
  "summary": "BANGKOK — 9 October 2026, the Thai Meteorological Department forecast unsettled weather across Thailand from 9–15 October, with more rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, hail and lightning, as well as heavy to very heavy rainfall in some areas. From 12–15 October, rainfall is expected to decrease in upper Thailand, while the South will continue to experience […] The post Thai Meteorological…",
  "key_points": [
    "Thai Meteorological Department predicts storms, hail, lightning Oct 9-15, 2026",
    "Rainfall tapering Oct 12-15 in upper Thailand, heavy in south",
    "Authorities warn of flash floods, river overflow Oct 9-13"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}