PATTAYA, Thailand – Thailand’s Meteorological Department reported that while northern and northeastern regions continue to experience cool weather with morning fog, parts of the eastern region including Pattaya are seeing isolated thunderstorms due to shifting weather conditions.
In its 24-hour forecast, the department said a weakening high-pressure system covering upper Thailand and the South China Sea is allowing southerly and southeasterly winds to carry moisture from the Gulf of Thailand into the eastern and central regions. This has resulted in scattered thunderstorms across eastern provinces, including Chonburi, where Pattaya is located, as well as parts of central Thailand, Bangkok, and surrounding areas.
Residents in Pattaya and nearby areas may experience brief rain showers and thunderstorms in some locations, particularly later in the day, while mornings remain slightly foggy in some areas. Authorities advised the public to take precautions during sudden weather changes and to exercise caution when traveling in foggy conditions.
In the South, isolated thunderstorms are also forecast due to the northeast monsoon affecting the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea. In the lower Gulf of Thailand, waves are expected to reach 1–2 meters, and exceed 2 meters in areas affected by thunderstorms. Mariners are advised to navigate with caution and avoid sailing during stormy conditions.
The department also warned that air circulation over upper Thailand remains weak, leading to moderate to relatively high levels of dust and haze accumulation in some areas.
For the eastern region, including Pattaya, temperatures are forecast to range from 23–26 degrees Celsius in the morning to highs of 31–36 degrees Celsius. Winds will be from the southeast at speeds of 10–30 kilometers per hour, with sea waves generally below 1 meter, rising to around 1 meter offshore and in thunderstorm areas.
