This is the dramatic moment gusts blew away a tent roof at a market in Thailand.

Shocking footage shows the strong winds peeling off the top of the portion of the structure amid families with their kids walking nearby in Phetchaburi province on May 7.

The roof flipped over and caused panic but no one was hurt although the tent was damaged.

The incident came as the Thai Meteorological Department issued warnings about the summer storm.

The agency said southerly and southeasterly winds were prevailing across the north, northeast, east, and central regions of Thailand, causing possible thunderstorms and hail on May 6 and 7.

Locals were advised to avoid outdoor activities during the inclement weather.

Thailand and neighbouring countries in Southeast Asia are at the start of their annual monsoon rainy season which sees soaring temperatures followed by powerful rain storms. The rudimentary infrastructure often struggles with the deluge, leading to widespread flash floods.

Thailand and neighbouring countries in Southeast Asia are also at the start of their annual monsoon rainy season which sees soaring temperatures followed by powerful rain storms. The rudimentary infrastructure often struggles with the deluge, leading to widespread flash floods.