PATTAYA, Thailand – While much of Thailand continues to experience scattered thunderstorms and heavy rain, Pattaya’s skies are showing promising signs of clearing—bringing relief to beachgoers and tourism operators eager for more sunshine heading into the weekend.
According to the Thai Meteorological Department’s forecast on Saturday, upper Thailand—including the North and Northeast—will continue to see scattered rain and isolated thundershowers, while the South braces for heavier downpours in coastal provinces such as Nakhon Si Thammarat, Songkhla, and Narathiwat. Residents there are urged to remain cautious of flash floods and water accumulation, especially in low-lying areas.
In contrast, Chonburi and Pattaya are seeing more sunshine between brief light rain spells, signaling a welcome shift after weeks of unsettled weather. The eastern region, including Chachoengsao, Chonburi, and Rayong, may still see isolated thunderstorms covering about 40% of the area, with temperatures ranging from 24–25°C at night to 33–35°C during the day. Light to moderate easterly winds of 15–30 km/h are expected, and waves in the Gulf of Thailand will average about one meter, reaching over two meters in stormy zones.
Meteorologists are also tracking a tropical depression developing east of the Philippines, which may strengthen as it moves into the South China Sea between October 18 and 19, though its direct impact on Thailand remains uncertain.
For now, Pattaya’s improving weather has drawn more locals and tourists back to its beaches. With brighter skies, calmer seas, and comfortable temperatures, visitors are once again enjoying seaside strolls, water sports, and the city’s lively nightlife—signaling a return of the fun, laid-back energy that defines this coastal destination.
