A strong cold front will affect many areas in Northern and Central Vietnam from late afternoon to tonight, bringing severe cold and potentially extreme cold conditions to some places. This information is provided by the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.
Weather Developments Due to the Cold Front
According to meteorological authorities, from tonight, temperatures in the Northern region will drop significantly, with parts of the Northern mountains experiencing severe cold and even extreme cold. In the North Central region, including Da Nang, temperatures will start dropping from the night of February 3rd. The lowest temperatures during this period will range from 11-14°C in the Red River Delta and Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, and down to below 6°C in highland areas. The region from Ha Tinh to Da Nang will generally see temperatures between 15-18°C.
In Hanoi, the lowest temperature during this cold spell is expected to be around 12-14°C. Residents should take precautions to keep warm, especially at night and early morning.
Intensifying Cold Front
Due to the cold front, the Northern and North Central regions will experience scattered rain and showers. Meanwhile, the Central Central region may see moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms. High mountainous areas should be on alert for potential extreme cold conditions.
Detailed Weather Forecast for February 3rd
Hanoi
Overcast skies with occasional light rain or showers at night and in the early morning. Northeast winds at level 3, making it chilly. Low temperatures will range from 14-16°C, while high temperatures will reach 17-19°C.
Northwestern Region
Overcast skies with occasional light rain or showers at night and in the early morning. Light winds, chilly, with some areas experiencing severe cold and extreme cold. Low temperatures will range from 13-16°C, with some areas dropping below 12°C; high temperatures will range from 17-20°C, with some areas exceeding 20°C.
Northeastern Region
Overcast skies with occasional light rain or showers at night and in the early morning. Northeast winds at level 3, with coastal areas experiencing winds at level 3-4, making it chilly. Mountainous areas will experience severe cold, with some areas facing extreme cold. Low temperatures will range from 13-16°C, with mountainous areas seeing 11-13°C, and highland areas dropping below 9°C; high temperatures will range from 16-19°C, with some areas exceeding 19°C.
Thanh Hoa to Da Nang
Overcast skies with occasional light rain or showers in the north; scattered rain at night in the south, and occasional showers during the day, with some areas experiencing moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms. Light winds, with the north being chilly at night and in the early morning, and the south experiencing chilly conditions at night and in the early morning. Thunderstorms may bring risks of lightning, strong winds, and hail. Low temperatures will range from 15-18°C; high temperatures will range from 17-20°C in the north and 21-24°C in the south.
Da Nang to Binh Thuan
Northern areas will be overcast with occasional light rain at night and scattered showers during the day, with some areas experiencing moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms. Southern areas will have scattered clouds and occasional showers. Northeast winds at level 2-3, with northern areas being chilly at night and early morning. Thunderstorms may bring risks of lightning, strong winds, and hail. Low temperatures will range from 18-20°C in the north and 21-23°C in the south; high temperatures will range from 25-28°C in the north and 27-30°C in the south, with some areas exceeding 30°C.
Central Highlands
Scattered clouds, no rain at night, sunny during the day. Light winds, chilly at night and early morning. Low temperatures will range from 14-17°C, with some areas dropping below 14°C; high temperatures will range from 28-31°C, with some areas exceeding 31°C.
Southern Region
Scattered clouds, no rain at night, sunny during the day. Northeast winds at level 2-3. Low temperatures will range from 21-24°C, with some areas dropping below 20°C; high temperatures will range from 30-33°C, with some areas exceeding 33°C.
Conclusion
The intensifying cold front brings significant changes in weather across many regions of the country. Residents should stay informed about forecasts to protect their health and plan activities accordingly. Especially in the Northern and North Central regions, it is crucial to stay warm and be cautious of extreme weather conditions such as heavy rain, thunderstorms, and hail.
Source: Dan Tri
