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Cambodia Braces for 3 Days of Thunderstorms, Gusts; Coastal Areas Most Affected
Cambodia is forecast to experience thunderstorms and gusty winds across 40-60% of its territory from July 25-27. Coastal areas are expected to be most affected, prompting a call for caution.
The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology of Cambodia has announced that there is a high probability of thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds across a significant portion of the country for three days, from July 25 to 27, 2026. This weather pattern is attributed to a low-pressure system affecting the Bay of Bengal, Andaman Sea, South China Sea, Mekong River basin, and the Cambodian sea, which in turn influences the southwest monsoon winds blowing over the Kingdom. The forecast indicates that 40% to 60% of the country's land area will be affected. Specific regional forecasts include: 1. Lowland Areas: Minimum temperature of 25°C and a maximum of 36°C. Winds are expected to blow from the southwest and northwest at an average speed of 3 meters per second. Provinces such as Banteay Meanchey, Battambang, Pursat, Kampong Chhnang, Siem Reap, Kampong Thom, Kampong Cham, Tboung Khmum, Prey Veng, Svay Rieng, Takeo, Kandal, and Phnom Penh capital city may experience thunderstorms and gusts covering 40% of their land area. 2. Highland Areas: Minimum temperature of 24°C and a maximum of 35°C. Winds are expected to blow from the southwest and west at an average speed of 4 meters per second. Provinces like Kampong Speu, Pailin, Oddar Meanchey, Preah Vihear, Kratie, Stung Treng, Ratanakiri, Mondulkiri, along the Dangrek Mountains and the Cardamom Mountains, may experience thunderstorms and gusts covering 50% of their land area. 3. Coastal Areas: Minimum temperature of 25°C and a maximum of 35°C. Winds are expected to blow from the southwest and southeast at an average speed of 2 meters per second. Provinces such as Koh Kong, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, Kep, and the Bokor Mountain area may experience thunderstorms and gusts covering 60% of their land area. Sea waves are predicted to range from a minimum of 0.50 meters to a maximum of 1.75 meters. The ministry urges the public to be aware of these weather conditions and to exercise caution when traveling.
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