Weekly weather forecast: More rain in Bangkok and Phuket, sunny skies in Chiang Mai

Bangkok: Sunny spells early in the week, with more rain late in the week

Bangkok is forecast to see alternating sunshine and rain throughout the week, with rain becoming more prominent late in the week. Highs will be 33–34°C and lows 25–27°C. On October 25 (Sunday), skies will be sunny with occasional rain. Monday, October 26, will be sunny with some clouds at times and is forecast to have the clearest skies of the week. Occasional rain is expected again on Tuesday, October 27. Wednesday, October 28, and Thursday, October 29, will start sunny before rain arrives. On Friday, October 30, and Saturday, October 31, rain is forecast, with some sunshine at times. Bring an umbrella or raincoat if heading out between October 28 and 31.

Rain on almost every day in Phuket, with a nearby low-pressure area on October 29

Phuket is forecast to have rain on almost every day this week. Highs will be 30–33°C and lows 24–26°C. Rain is forecast on October 25 (Sunday) and Monday, October 26. Tuesday, October 27, will be mostly cloudy with occasional rain, and rain is expected again on Wednesday, October 28. On Thursday, October 29, a low-pressure area will be nearby, and rain is forecast. Rain on Friday, October 30, is expected to ease at times. On Saturday, October 31, skies will be sunny with occasional rain. Those planning to travel or take part in outdoor activities in Phuket between October 25 and 31 should allow extra time and prepare rain gear.

Chiang Mai: Sunny skies on many days, with rain early in the week

Chiang Mai is forecast to have sunny skies on many days, with rain only early in the week. Highs will be 32–35°C and lows 23–25°C. Sunday, October 25, will be very hot and is forecast to have the week’s highest high, at 35°C. Monday, October 26, will be sunny with occasional rain. On Tuesday, October 27, rain is expected before skies turn mostly cloudy, and the low will be 23°C. Sunny skies are forecast each day from Wednesday, October 28, through Saturday, October 31. Bring a hat, an umbrella and drinking water when spending time outdoors during the day.