According to a meteorological warning, Cambodia’s three regions will continue to experience rain, thunderstorms, gusts and strong winds from June 21 to 23. Authorities urged the public to remain highly alert, prepare for adverse weather and protect people and property.
The forecast details conditions in the three regions. Lowlands are expected to have a mean minimum temperature of 26°C and a maximum of 36°C, with southwesterly and southeasterly winds averaging 3 metres per second. Rain, strong winds and thunderstorms are expected to affect 20% of the area.
In the highlands, the mean minimum temperature is 24°C and the maximum 35°C, also with southwesterly and southeasterly winds averaging 3 metres per second. Rain, strong winds and thunderstorms are expected to affect 15% of the area. Coastal areas are forecast to have a mean minimum of 25°C and a maximum of 35°C, with southwesterly and southeasterly winds averaging 2 metres per second.
Coastal areas including Koh Kong, Preah Sihanouk, Kampot, Kep and the Bokor range may experience another period of rain, strong winds and thunderstorms. The affected area is forecast to reach 20%.
At sea, the forecast gives a mean minimum wave height of 0.50 metres and a maximum of 1.50 metres.The meteorological authorities again urged everyone to follow weather developments closely, particularly drivers, fishers and outdoor workers, and to take precautions against thunderstorms and sudden strong winds to prevent accidents.
