Intense rainfall and powerful waves forecast for Thailand, with monsoon trough and typhoon "Podul" causing an impact in the area.
Heavy Rains and Strong Waves Impact Thailand as Tropical Storm Kajiki Approaches
Thailand is currently experiencing widespread thundershowers and heavy rains across various regions, as a result of Tropical Storm Kajiki, which has been causing heavy to very heavy rainfall and strong winds since August 24, 2025.
In the East, provinces such as Nakhon Nayok, Prachin Buri, Sa Kaeo, Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, Chanthaburi, and Trat are experiencing fairly widespread thundershowers and isolated heavy rains, with waves 1-2 metres high and above 2 metres high in thundershowers. Meanwhile, in the Northeast, provinces like Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Mukdahan, Amnat Charoen, and Yasothon are also experiencing similar weather conditions.
The Bangkok metropolitan area is experiencing scattered thundershowers, with minimum temperatures of 26-27°C and maximum temperatures of 34-36°C. Central Thailand provinces such as Uthai Thani, Lop Buri, Saraburi, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, Nakhon Pathom, and Ayutthaya are also experiencing scattered thundershowers mostly.
In the North, moderate winds are pushing waves up to 2 metres high in the upper Andaman Sea, with waves exceeding 2 metres in thundershowers. The Andaman Sea is experiencing waves that are 2 metres high and above 2 metres high in thundershowers. On the South (east coast), Chumphon, Surat Thani, and Nakhon Si Thammarat are experiencing scattered thundershowers mostly, with waves about a metre high and above 2 metres high in thundershowers. On the South (west coast), Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, and Krabi are experiencing fairly widespread thundershowers and isolated heavy rains.
Authorities have issued warnings of significant risks such as flash floods and water accumulation, especially along waterways, foothills, and low-lying areas. Landslides are also a concern in hilly or mountainous areas. Urban street flooding and closed roads are expected in affected provinces, including Tak, Bueng Kan, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Nakhon Ratchasima, Chanthaburi, Trat, and Bangkok.
Small boats are advised to stay ashore, and all vessels should exercise caution due to the strong winds generating waves 2 to 3 metres high in the upper Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand, exceeding 3 metres during thundershowers.
Travellers should prepare for wet and gusty conditions, potential disruptions from flooding, and hazardous sea conditions. Coastal residents and maritime operators are urged to monitor updates and take safety precautions. The storm is expected to make landfall in northern Vietnam and Laos by August 25-26, weakening afterward but still influencing Thailand's weather.
Travellers are urged to stay updated on weather conditions before departure, and mariners in these areas are advised to proceed with caution and avoid thundershowers. Residents in these areas should be alert for heavy rainfall and water accumulation, which could lead to flash floods and overflows, especially along waterways, foothills, and lowland areas.
- The impact of Tropical Storm Kajiki on Thailand's weather has prompted concerns about climate-change and environmental-science, as flash floods and water accumulation pose significant risks.
- In the midst of the tumultuous weather caused by Tropical Storm Kajiki, it's important for travellers to consider political implications of potential disruptions, as they prepare for their journeys.
- As Tropical Storm Kajiki moves northward, influencing weather patterns in Vietnam and Laos, cultural exchange in these regions may be impacted by the severe weather conditions, necessitating adaptability and resilience.
