Pattaya weathers the storm with mostly stable conditions, while fishermen in the Andaman Sea are advised to navigate carefully as heavy rain warnings persist in northern and eastern provinces and waves reach up to 2 meters amid stormy weather. (Photo by Jetsada Homklin) PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya is managing to get by with relatively stable weather conditions, despite heavy rainfall warnings issued for several northern and eastern provinces. The Thai Meteorological Department forecasts thunderstorms and heavy to very heavy rain in areas including Chiang Rai, Phayao, Nan, Phrae, Uttaradit, Loei, Nong Khai, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Residents in these regions are advised to be cautious of flash floods and sudden water runoff, especially in mountainous and low-lying areas. The weather system is influenced by a low-pressure area covering parts of Laos and northern Vietnam, combined with a weakening southwest monsoon affecting the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. Sea conditions in the upper Andaman Sea show moderate waves about 2 meters high, while the lower Andaman Sea has waves between 1-2 meters, increasing over 2 meters in stormy areas. Fishermen and boat operators are urged to exercise caution and avoid sailing in stormy conditions. In Bangkok and its surrounding metropolitan area, there is a 60% chance of thunderstorms with some heavy rain expected in localized areas. Temperatures range from a low of 26-27°C to a high of 33-36°C. Meanwhile, Pattaya itself is experiencing comparatively moderate weather, allowing daily activities and tourism to continue with minimal disruption. Visitors and residents are encouraged to stay updated with local forecasts but can expect mostly manageable conditions despite the broader regional weather warnings.