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Thailand’s cold season 2026 to bring warmer temperatures
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Thailand’s cold season is expected to begin next week , around a week later than usual, with temperatures forecast to be warmer than normal overall, according to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD).
Key facts
- In its seasonal outlook released on October 15, the department said temperatures across Thailand were expected to fall around the third week of October
- Thailand’s cold season is expected to begin next week , around a week later than usual, with temperatures forecast to be warmer than normal overall, according to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD).
- The TMD attributed the warmer outlook to El Niño, which it expects to strengthen towards the end of this year and continue into early 2027, potentially pushing temperatures above normal.
- Average minimum temperatures are expected to range from 22 to 23 degrees Celsius, approximately two degrees above normal
Summary
In its seasonal outlook released on October 15, the department said temperatures across Thailand were expected to fall around the third week of October. The cold season is forecast to continue until around mid-February 2027.
Average minimum temperatures are expected to range from 22 to 23 degrees Celsius, approximately two degrees above normal. However, some northern and northeastern areas could experience much colder conditions.