Vietnam’s Weather Alert: Heavy Rains Return to Hanoi This Week

On May 13, Vietnam's capital city, Hanoi, is expected to experience a soggy start to the week with moderate to heavy rainfall. The forecast predicts a wet and wild Monday, with locals bracing for potential flash floods and travel disruptions. It's time to break out the umbrellas and raincoats as we gear up for a watery week ahead!

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Cold air from the North is moving southward. The Northern and North Central regions are experiencing moderate rain and thunderstorms, with localized heavy rainfall ranging from 20 to 40 mm, due to the influence of cold air compressing the low-pressure trough.

These weather conditions pose potential risks. Tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds may occur during thunderstorms. Additionally, localized heavy rain can lead to flash floods on small rivers and streams, landslides on slopes, and flooding in low-lying areas.

Regional Weather Forecast

Northwest Region: The morning and afternoon are expected to be cloudy with rain, followed by thunderstorms in the evening. Tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds are possible during the thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from a low of 22-25 degrees to a high of 29-32 degrees, with some places exceeding 32 degrees.

Northeast Region: Cloudy skies with locally heavy rain and evening thunderstorms are in the forecast. There is a possibility of tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds during thunderstorms. The temperature will range from a low of 23-26 degrees to a high of 28-31 degrees.

Thanh Hoa – Thua Thien Hue: Expect cloudy skies with heavy rain, showers, and thunderstorms in the evening and night. Tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds may occur during thunderstorms. The temperature will range from a low of 24-27 degrees to a high of 30-33 degrees.

Da Nang – Binh Thuan: The day will be a mix of clouds and sun, with evening and night showers and thunderstorms. Southeast winds will be blowing at a level of 2-3. Keep an eye out for potential tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds during thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from a low of 25-28 degrees to a high of 32-35 degrees.

Central Highlands: Enjoy a sunny day with some clouds, but be prepared for evening and night showers and thunderstorms in certain areas. There is a chance of tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds during thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from a low of 22-25 degrees to a high of 31-34 degrees, with some places exceeding 35 degrees.

Southern Region: The day will be a mix of clouds and sun, with evening and night showers and thunderstorms in certain spots. Keep an eye out for potential tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds during thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from a low of 25-28 degrees to a high of 34-37 degrees, with some places exceeding 37 degrees.

Weather Forecast for Major Cities

Hanoi: The capital city will experience a cloudy and rainy day, with thunderstorms in the evening and night. East to southeast winds will be blowing at a level of 2-3. Tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds may occur during thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from a low of 24-26 degrees to a high of 29-31 degrees.

Heavy rain is expected in Hanoi at the beginning of the week. Photo: Kinhtedothi

Ho Chi Minh City: Residents can expect a cloudy and hot day, with intense heat and evening thunderstorms in certain areas. Temperatures will range from a low of 25-28 degrees Celsius to a high of 34-37 degrees.

Charlotte Pho
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