Weekly weather forecast: Rain increases late in the week in Bangkok; rain continues in Phuket

Bangkok: Rain increases noticeably from October 29

Rain is forecast on almost every day in Bangkok this week, with the late-week period requiring the most preparation. Monday, October 26, is forecast to be sunny before rain, while Tuesday, October 27, and Wednesday, October 28, are expected to be sunny with occasional rain. Daily rainfall amounts from October 26 to 28 are relatively low.

From Thursday, October 29, which is forecast to be sunny before rain, daily rainfall increases noticeably compared with the start of the week. Rain is expected to ease at times on Friday, October 30, and to alternate with sunshine at times on Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1. Carry an umbrella and allow extra time for travel during this period. Low temperatures are forecast to range from 25–26°C and highs from 33–34°C throughout the week.

Chiang Mai: Sunny in the middle of the week, with rain returning on November 1

Chiang Mai is forecast to have occasional rain early in the week, followed by several days of clearer weather, before rain returns on the final day of the forecast period. Monday, October 26, and Tuesday, October 27, are expected to be sunny with occasional rain.

A high-pressure ridge moves northwest on Wednesday, October 28, and sunny conditions are forecast. Sunny weather is expected to continue on Thursday, October 29, Friday, October 30, and Saturday, October 31. Sunday, November 1, is forecast to be sunny before rain. Those planning outdoor activities should choose a day between October 28 and 31 and prepare an umbrella for November 1. Low temperatures are forecast to range from 23–25°C and highs from 33–34°C.

Phuket: Rain continues, with sunshine emerging late in the week

Rain is forecast in Phuket for almost the entire forecast period, with more rain early in the week than on the other days. Rain is expected on Monday, October 26, with a relatively high daily rainfall amount. From Tuesday, October 27, through Friday, October 30, rain is forecast to ease at times.

A nearby low-pressure area is present on Thursday, October 29, and rain is forecast to ease at times. On Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1, rain is expected before sunny conditions, and daily rainfall amounts are forecast to decrease compared with early in the week. Travelers should allow extra time and carry rain gear throughout the week. Low temperatures are forecast to range from 24–25°C and highs from 30–33°C.