The Meteorological Department has warned of a sharp drop in temperatures across the country’s upper regions between Nov 17 and 23, with the Northeast expected to see the most dramatic fall of 4–7°C.
The Central region, including Greater Bangkok, along with the North and East, will see temperatures fall by 2–4°C.
The warning came as Doi Inthanon, Thailand’s highest peak, recorded 6°C on Sunday morning — the lowest temperature so far this cool season.
The Meteorological Department said thunderstorms are expected, first over the Northeast — particularly in Ubon Ratchathani, Si Sa Ket, Surin, Buri Ram and Nakhon Ratchasima — before temperatures drop sharply and strong winds set in. Other regions will experience similar conditions shortly afterwards.
People in affected areas are advised to take precautions against the sudden cold, especially the elderly, young children and those with underlying health conditions. The department also warned of a higher risk of fires caused by dry air and strong winds.
The South will see increased rainfall, with heavy to very heavy showers expected in some provinces.
