2025-02-02
Air quality and weather conditions in Thailand will vary over the coming week. Chiang Rai is showing a deterioration in air quality, while Bangkok continues to experience high levels of PM2.5. In Phuket, the air is stable but rain and high humidity may affect outdoor activities.
Compared to this weekend's forecast, we see a slight increase in temperature in Chiang Rai and Bangkok, while Phuket continues to have high humidity and rain showers.
Chiang Rai: Deteriorating air quality and continued hot days
- Monday, February 3: AQI 75 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 33°C, lowest 15°C.
- Tuesday, February 4: AQI 86 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 32°C, lowest 15°C.
- Wednesday, February 5: AQI 89 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 32°C, lowest 15°C.
- Thursday, February 6: AQI 93 – Unhealthy for sensitive groups, highest temperature 32°C, lowest 16°C.
- Friday, February 7: AQI 87 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 33°C, lowest 16°C.
Change from the weekend: Air quality is deteriorating towards the end of the week, and residents are advised to be cautious when engaging in outdoor activities.
Bangkok: Air pollution continues at unhealthy levels
- Monday, February 3: AQI 118 – Unhealthy air quality, highest temperature 33°C, lowest 25°C.
- Tuesday, February 4: AQI 93 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 34°C, lowest 25°C.
- Wednesday, February 5: AQI 93 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 34°C, lowest 25°C.
- Thursday, February 6: AQI 103 – Unhealthy for sensitive groups, highest temperature 34°C, lowest 25°C.
- Friday, February 7: AQI 107 – Unhealthy for sensitive groups, highest temperature 34°C, lowest 25°C.
Change from the weekend: Air quality remains poor with unhealthy levels for several days. Residents should limit outdoor time and use air purifiers indoors.
Phuket: Stable air but still rainy
- Monday, February 3: AQI 72 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 28°C, lowest 24°C.
- Tuesday, February 4: AQI 65 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 28°C, lowest 25°C.
- Wednesday, February 5: AQI 59 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 29°C, lowest 26°C.
- Thursday, February 6: AQI 59 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 29°C, lowest 25°C.
- Friday, February 7: AQI 64 – Moderate air quality, highest temperature 29°C, lowest 26°C.
Change from the weekend: Air quality is stable, but rain and high humidity continue to characterize the week.
Summary and recommendations
- Chiang Rai: Air quality will deteriorate towards the end of the week. Sensitive groups should be cautious with outdoor activities.
- Bangkok: Air pollution remains at unhealthy levels. Recommended to minimize outdoor activities and use air purifiers.
- Phuket: Air quality remains good, but rain and high humidity may limit outdoor activities.
Source: Air quality data is taken from IQ Air.
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Text: The editorial staff
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