Heavy monsoon rains in Thailand: warnings issued
Thailand is in for a potentially wet weekend, with forecasts from the Thai Meteorological Department pointing to heavy rainfall across most of the country due to the monsoon. While many parts, including Bangkok, are experiencing intense rain showers, southern provinces are warned of high waves and storms that pose a risk to maritime vessels.
From May 27 to June 1, flood warnings have been issued for several provinces in Thailand. The National Water Command Center has indicated that the southwest monsoon is gaining strength over Thailand as a low-pressure area moves from central Vietnam to Laos and Cambodia. This is expected to lead to heavy rainfall in many provinces by the end of this month.
Rainy season in Thailand: Discover the charm!
The rainy season in Thailand, also known as the monsoon season, generally occurs between May and October. This period is characterized by more frequent rain showers, usually in the late afternoon or evening, which transform the landscape into a vibrant, green oasis.
If you want to visit the beautiful Similan Island, you have to be quick, at least before the locations close for the monsoon season. Similan Island, located in Phang Nga province, is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters and spectacular coral reefs.
The rainy season in Thailand
Travelers and tourists planning a holiday to Thailand would like to know when the rainy season in Thailand starts. Understandable because if you come from the Netherlands you have usually seen enough rain and you especially want a clear blue sky with an exuberant sunshine.
The Thai Meteorological Department said today that a rain area is active in the central and lower northeastern regions, in addition, the moderate southwest monsoon is active over the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand.
The Department of Mineral Resources (DMR) has warned in 54 provinces of dangerous and sometimes deadly mudslides that can occur during the rainy season.
The monitor lizard
The monsoons have finally come, creeks and rivers are filling up and quickly filling the many pools in the area. The entire region is in summer mode, tropical and abundantly green due to the alternating weather pattern of sun and rain. Ideal for the old monitor lizard that warms up nicely on the banks of the small river and takes in the surroundings.
The rainy season in Thailand starts on May 20
The Meteorological Department in Thailand says that the rainy season will officially start on May 20, because all weather criteria will be met from this date, such as frequent rainfall and strong monsoon winds. The rainy season is expected to end in mid-October this year. In the south, the rainy season lasts until January.
Warning for heavy rain in large parts of Thailand
The Meteorological Department has warned of showers in large parts of Thailand in the first half of the week, with the rain set to intensify by the end of the week.
Landed on a tropical island: 'it's something with that water'
The monsoon is here. Yesterday and last night it rained a lot and hard. Also this morning I see a gray sky and rain, rain, rain. To start the day with coffee and breakfast, I go to Bubba's 10 km away. On the scooter…. I have to dress for that.
Rains hit Surat Thani province (Koh Samui and Koh Phangan)
The southern province of Surat Thani had to deal with a lot of inconvenience due to heavy rain yesterday. There were floods in some districts.
I would like to go to Thailand with my 14 year old daughter in December. It's a surprise for her!! We arrive on December 18 and after that I want to fly directly to Chiang Mai. Around the 22nd, 23rd I would like to go to Koh Samui to do the three islands and of course the pink dolphins.
An active southwest monsoon will dominate the weather for the next few days in areas in the north and south of Thailand.
More monsoon rains in Thailand
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The wet monsoon has started
by Hans Bos The wet monsoon has started again in Bangkok and the surrounding area: four heavy downpours in as many days. So: bring an umbrella and actually also the wellies. Because rain in Thailand means flooded streets and deep puddles everywhere. Last year the nuisance was exceptional. The streets in my 'moo job' were so flooded for more than ten days that it was impossible to get to the car with dry feet. Comical was…