THAILAND – Typhoon Dolphin and Tropical Storm Kujira are being watched by the Meteorological Department. They are unlikely to hit Thailand directly, but could strengthen the monsoon and raise rain risks from August 8 to 10.
The two storms are tracking across the Pacific. The department said a direct impact on Thailand is improbable. But Typhoon Dolphin could indirectly pump more rain into areas already soaked by monsoon winds.
Storms may boost monsoon rains
The risk is highest near the monsoon trough and regions hit by low-pressure systems. The department has no further details on the path of Tropical Storm Kujira.
Forecasters said the main threat is not the storms themselves, but their ability to supercharge the monsoon. That could dump heavy rain on parts of Thailand.
Forecast split on Dolphin’s path
Predictions for Typhoon Dolphin between August 8 and 10 are divided. The European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts expects Dolphin to make landfall in Zhejiang, eastern China.
The US National Weather Service’s global model suggests Dolphin may swing back toward the East China Sea under cooler air masses. There is no unified forecast yet on the storm’s track.
Thailand rain risk tied to monsoon winds
The Meteorological Department does not expect Dolphin to cross Thailand itself. But changes in the monsoon could shift rainfall amounts in certain areas.
The department is tracking the systems closely. It released the update on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Flight chaos feared for August 8 to 10
Travellers and airlines should watch the weather for flights to eastern China, southern Japan, and Taiwan during that window. The Meteorological Department urged passengers to check flight information directly with their airlines.
Unstable weather and strong winds could cause delays or cancellations. For Thailand, a direct storm hit remains unlikely, but local rain risks may rise.