PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya and nearby eastern coastal communities are facing another round of unstable weather as Thailand’s Meteorological Department warns of widespread thunderstorms, strong winds, and isolated heavy rainfall across parts of the country.
The weather agency said hot daytime temperatures continue across upper Thailand, but moisture flowing in from the Gulf of Thailand and the South China Sea is increasing the risk of storms, particularly in eastern provinces including Chonburi.
In Pattaya, Jomtien, Naklua, Huay Yai, Nongprue, and Wong Amat, residents and tourists are being advised to remain cautious of sudden downpours, localized flooding, slippery roads, and strong wind gusts, especially during afternoon and evening hours.
Officials also warned that repeated rainfall could increase runoff risks in low-lying areas and places with poor drainage, a recurring issue during Pattaya’s early wet-season weather swings.
The Meteorological Department noted that southern Thailand will experience even heavier rainfall, with some areas facing torrential rain and possible flash floods due to strengthening easterly winds over the Gulf of Thailand.
At sea, waves in the Gulf are expected to reach around one meter, rising above two meters in thunderstorm zones. Small boat operators and marine tourism businesses around Pattaya have been advised to avoid sailing during storm activity.
Despite the unsettled conditions, air quality across upper Thailand remains relatively good due to frequent rainfall helping reduce dust and haze accumulation.
The latest warning comes as Pattaya continues transitioning deeper into the rainy season, a period typically marked by high humidity, sudden tropical storms, and rapidly changing coastal weather conditions.
