The Meteorological Department has actually revealed the start of the summer season because February 21. It is forecasted that this year’s optimum temperature level might rise to 45 degrees Celsius.
Throughout midday, many locations of Thailand consisting of a resort town like Pattaya City experience heat, with temperature levels going beyond 35 degrees Celsius, due to increased impact from solar radiation.
In addition, southern winds covering the upper area of Thailand suggest the common weather condition pattern of summer season.
Nevertheless, the northern and northeastern areas are anticipated to keep cooler temperature levels in the early mornings till around mid-March. It is prepared for that the hot season will end around mid-May.
Projections recommend that throughout summer season, the typical optimum temperature level will vary from 36 to 37 degrees Celsius, compared to the regular average of 35.4 degrees Celsius.
Director of the Weather Condition Tracking Department, Somkuan Tonjan mentioned that the most popular months are from March to April. In lots of locations, temperature levels might reach 43-44 degrees Celsius, with a possibility of even reaching 45 degrees Celsius, exceeding the previous record of 44.6 degrees Celsius taped in Mae Hong Kid province in 2016 and in Tak province in 2023.
Throughout this duration, the El Niño phenomenon stays powerful, although its impact is reducing. This adds to dry conditions, paired with forecasts of below-normal rains by 30 percent, together with bad rains circulation. This might result in duplicated dry spell conditions beyond watering locations, presenting a danger of inadequate supply of water for usage and farming.
Throughout heat, safety measures need to be taken versus heat-related diseases such as heatstroke, particularly for those taking a trip or working outdoors. ( TNA)
