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Heavy Rainfall Forecast Across 35 Thai Provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued warnings for heavy rain and potential flash floods across 35 provinces, including Bangkok, due to a monsoon trough.
According to a report by Khaosod Online Thailand on August 3, 2026, the Thai Meteorological Department has issued a weather alert for 35 provinces across the country. A monsoon trough currently passing through the upper northern region and Laos, extending toward a low-pressure area off the coast of northern Vietnam, is expected to bring heavy to very heavy rainfall to several regions.
For residents and travelers, this weather pattern poses a risk of flash floods and forest runoff, particularly in low-lying areas and regions near mountain slopes or natural waterways. In Bangkok and its surrounding metropolitan area, there is a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms, with the most significant activity expected between the afternoon and evening hours. Temperatures in the capital are forecast to range between 26 and 36 degrees Celsius.
Northern provinces, including Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Mae Hong Son, are also facing a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms with localized heavy rain. Similar conditions are expected in the northeastern region. Authorities have advised the public to remain vigilant regarding accumulated rainfall and potential flooding. As weather conditions can shift rapidly, individuals are encouraged to monitor official updates from the Meteorological Department for the most current information regarding their specific location.
Translated from Thai.
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