Today, November 16: Rain expected in Phuket at midday and tonight; carry an umbrella

Bangkok: Cloudy in the morning, intense sunshine from midday through the afternoon; high of 32°C

Bangkok will be cloudy in the morning and late morning on Monday, November 16, with intense sunshine at midday and in the afternoon. Skies will be clear in the evening, and the chance of rain is 10%. A high-pressure ridge is forecast to extend northward from late morning through the evening, bringing intense sunshine at midday and in the afternoon.

The high today is forecast to reach 32°C, close to yesterday’s high, while the temperature will be around 29°C at night. Bangkok’s WBGT heat-stress index is at the very high caution level. People who need to travel or be outdoors in the intense midday and afternoon sunshine should seek shelter from the sun or shade while outside during the day.

Chiang Mai: Clear skies, high of 32°C; mosquito repellent recommended

Chiang Mai will have a few thin clouds in the morning, with clear skies from late morning through the night. The chance of rain is 10%. A high-pressure ridge is forecast to extend northward from late morning through the evening, bringing clear skies from late morning to evening. Skies are also forecast to remain clear at midday and in the afternoon.

The high is forecast to reach 32°C, close to yesterday’s high, while the temperature will be around 25°C at night. Chiang Mai’s WBGT heat-stress index is at the caution level. The city’s mosquito index is at a level where mosquitoes may be present today, and mosquito repellent is recommended. Those going out should carry repellent with them.

Phuket: Rain at midday and tonight; carry an umbrella if going out

Phuket is forecast to be mostly cloudy with occasional rain, with a 70% chance of rain. The morning will be cloudy, with sunshine in the late morning. Rain is forecast at midday, with a 90% chance of rain. Skies will be clear in the evening, followed by rain again at night, also with a 90% chance. Those going out at midday or at night should carry an umbrella or raincoat.

The high is forecast to reach 32°C, close to yesterday’s high, while the temperature will be around 28°C at night. The WBGT heat-stress index is at the very high caution level. Phuket’s mosquito index is at a level where mosquitoes may be present today, so those going out should bring mosquito repellent as needed.