Cambodia Forecasts Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Over Weekend

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology of Cambodia announced that from July 31 to August 2, the country is expected to experience rain accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. However, it is noted that Typhoon Dolphin is not on a path to directly impact Cambodia. According to the ministry's announcement, weather changes are anticipated across key regions within the Kingdom during this three-day period. In the plains, temperatures are expected to range from a minimum of 25°C to a maximum of 36°C, with winds blowing from the southwest and northwest at an average speed of 3 meters per second. Approximately 40% of areas in 13 provinces, including Battambang, Kampong Cham, and Phnom Penh, may experience rain with thunderstorms and strong winds. In the highlands, the minimum temperature is forecast to be 24°C and the maximum 35°C, with winds from the southwest and west at an average speed of 4 meters per second. About 50% of areas in nine provinces, such as Oudor Meanchey, Preah Vihear, and Mondulkiri, along with mountainous regions, are expected to receive rain with thunderstorms and strong winds. Along the coast, temperatures will range from a minimum of 25°C to a maximum of 35°C, with winds from the southwest and southeast at an average speed of 2 meters per second. Approximately 60% of areas in five provinces, including Koh Kong, Sihanoukville, and Kandal, as well as the Bokor mountain range, could see rain with thunderstorms and strong winds, indicating the most affected regions. Sea waves are predicted to have an average height ranging from 0.50 meters to 1.75 meters. This meteorological information reflects the impact of seasonal rainfall patterns in Cambodia, a phenomenon often observed in the latter part of the rainy season. Potential concerns may include impacts on agricultural crops and infrastructure.