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Nakhon Si Thammarat Rain Radar — Live Weather Map | RainViewer
Live rain radar for Nakhon Si Thammarat, updated every 5 min. Track northeast fronts before they flood Highway 401 or the roads to Wat Phra Mahathat. Free.
Rain in Nakhon Si Thammarat: What You Need to Know
Nakhon Si Thammarat is backed by the Nakhon Si Thammarat mountain range — a spine that creates dramatic orographic rainfall on the eastern (Gulf-facing) side. The northeast monsoon from October to December drives moisture directly onto this coast, and the mountains accelerate the rainfall by forcing air to rise. The eastern slopes can receive over 2,000mm in just the northeast monsoon season alone.
The city sits in a coastal lowland that drains poorly. Flash floods in the urban core are documented regularly during intense northeast monsoon events. The famous Wat Phra Mahathat temple complex, which draws pilgrims year-round, has seen its approach roads flood in major events.
RainViewer Radar Coverage in Nakhon Si Thammarat
RainViewer combines southern Thailand coastal radar for Nakhon Si Thammarat. You can track rain in Surat Thani, Trang, and Phatthalung from here.
Northeast monsoon (October–December)
Dominant rain season with multi-day events. Eastern slopes receive intense orographic rainfall.
Southwest monsoon (May–September)
Secondary wet season from Gulf moisture.
Dry season (January–April)
Shortest and most reliable dry window; January through March calmest.
Why You Need a Rain Radar in Nakhon Si Thammarat
Planning pilgrimage visits to Wat Phra Mahathat
The approach roads flood during heavy northeast monsoon events. Checking the radar before departure tells pilgrims whether the road will be passable on arrival.
Managing rubber tapping through the dual monsoon
Smallholders deal with two wet seasons. Real-time radar lets workers see whether an overnight system has cleared before dawn.
Timing travel on Highway 401 during the northeast monsoon
Flood-prone lowland sections require a radar check before long drives during October–December.
Nakhon Si Thammarat Rain Radar: Frequently Asked Questions
- How often does the RainViewer map update for Nakhon Si Thammarat?
Every 5 minutes. During northeast monsoon events, the near-real-time update tracks whether a system is intensifying or breaking.
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