Thailand's Winter Season Start Delayed by Meteorological Department
The Thai Meteorological Department has postponed the official announcement of the winter season due to ongoing weather instability.
According to a report by Thai Post, the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has officially delayed the start of the winter season. Somkhuan Tonjan, Director of the Aviation Meteorology Division, stated that while wind directions have begun to shift, current weather patterns remain highly variable.
Based on data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) as of October 25, 2026, the period between October 26 and 28 will continue to see hot daytime temperatures. Although rainfall in the upper regions of the country is beginning to decrease, morning minimum temperatures have not yet dropped to levels consistent with the onset of winter.
For residents and travelers, this means that the expected cooling trend has been pushed back. While the transition toward the cooler season is underway, the atmosphere remains unstable, and the typical winter climate has not yet stabilized. Travelers should remain prepared for fluctuating weather conditions, including lingering heat during the day despite the calendar date. The TMD has not provided a specific new date for the official start of winter, as they continue to monitor daily accumulated rainfall and temperature trends. Further updates will be issued as the department analyzes ongoing atmospheric changes.
