The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting reports that a potent southwest monsoon is fueling thunderstorms across Southern Vietnam this afternoon, drenching nearly half the region. The heaviest downpours are concentrated in eastern Dong Nai Province, Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Thap, Vinh Long, and Can Tho. Thunderstorms are also developing in the Central Highlands, triggering rainfall there as well.
On July 13th, forecaster Ms. Tran Nhu Quynh from the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting stated that the moderate to strong southwest monsoon has brought scattered showers and thunderstorms to the Central Highlands and Southern regions over the past 24 hours. Notably, some areas in An Giang Province experienced intense rainfall, with 24-hour cumulative totals exceeding 100 mm.
Throughout the evening and night of July 13th, the southwest monsoon will maintain its strength, leading to continued scattered showers and thunderstorms in the Central Highlands and Southern regions. Rainfall is expected to range from 15-30 mm, with localized areas receiving intense rain exceeding 100 mm.
From now until around July 14-15, the southwest monsoon will remain strong, resulting in widespread showers and thunderstorms across the Central Highlands and Southern regions. Rain is most likely to occur in the afternoon and evening.
The southwest monsoon is the primary driver of the heavy rainfall currently affecting Southern Vietnam.
Meteorological agencies warn that these thunderstorms may bring severe weather conditions, including tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong wind gusts. Localized heavy rain could lead to flooding in low-lying and urban areas.
At sea, the strong southwest monsoon is causing scattered showers and thunderstorms in the waters from Lam Dong to Ca Mau, Ca Mau to An Giang, the Gulf of Thailand, and the western part of the Southern East Sea (including the western part of the Truong Sa archipelago).
During these thunderstorms, there’s a risk of tornadoes, strong gusts reaching levels 6-7, and waves exceeding 2 meters, posing significant dangers to vessels. Residents and mariners are advised to closely monitor weather forecasts and take necessary precautions to minimize potential damage.
Today (July 13th), the area from Thanh Hoa to Hue City will experience scattered showers and thunderstorms, with localized heavy rainfall. The Central Highlands and Southern regions will also see showers and scattered thunderstorms, with some areas receiving intense rain. Between 7 AM and 3 PM on July 13th, rainfall exceeded 40 mm in several locations, including Trieu Son (Thanh Hoa) with 44.2 mm, Binh Chuan (Nghe An) with 40.4 mm, NTQD.U Minh (Ca Mau) with 60.2 mm, Linh Huynh (An Giang) with 51.2 mm, Cho Gao (Dong Thap) with 50.4 mm, and Dam Doi (Ca Mau) with 41.8 mm.
Regarding sea conditions, the Phu Quy archipelago is currently experiencing southwest winds at level 6, occasionally reaching level 7, with gusts up to level 8-9. The northern East Sea, the eastern part of the central East Sea, the waters from Lam Dong to Ca Mau, Ca Mau to An Giang, and the Gulf of Thailand will also see showers and thunderstorms.
Additionally, on the night of July 13th and July 14th, the waters from Lam Dong to Ca Mau, Ca Mau to An Giang, the Gulf of Thailand, the northern East Sea (including the Hoang Sa archipelago), the central East Sea, and the western part of the Southern East Sea (including the western waters of the Truong Sa archipelago) will experience scattered showers and thunderstorms. These storms may bring tornadoes, strong gusts up to level 7-8, and waves exceeding 2.0 meters.
On the night of July 14th and July 15th, the waters from Gia Lai to Lam Dong and the central East Sea will have strong southwest winds at level 6, with gusts up to level 7-8, and waves ranging from 2.0 to 4.0 meters. The eastern part of the northern East Sea will experience southwest winds at level 5, occasionally reaching level 6, with gusts up to level 7-8, and waves ranging from 1.5 to 3.5 meters, resulting in rough seas. The natural disaster risk level at sea is at level 2, indicating a high risk for vessels operating in these areas due to strong winds and large waves.
Weather Outlook for Northern Vietnam in the Coming Days
According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, from the night of July 13th to July 15th, weather patterns across Vietnam will exhibit distinct regional variations. Northern Vietnam and the coastal areas of the South-Central region will enjoy sunny days, while the Central Highlands and Southern regions will continue to be affected by showers and thunderstorms, with localized intense rainfall.
In Northern Vietnam, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected in the afternoon and evening, particularly in the Northwest region. Daytime conditions will be sunny, with some areas experiencing hot weather.
The region from Thanh Hoa to Hue City will also see scattered showers and thunderstorms, with increased thunderstorm activity and moderate to heavy rain in some areas during the afternoon and evening of July 13th.
Coastal areas of the South-Central region will experience scattered showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening, with sunny days and localized hot weather.
The Central Highlands and Southern regions will bear the brunt of the rainfall, with scattered showers and thunderstorms expected, particularly in the afternoon and evening. Some areas may receive intense rain.
Meteorological agencies emphasize that thunderstorms across the country may bring dangerous phenomena such as tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong wind gusts.
From the night of July 15th to July 23rd, Northern Vietnam will continue to experience scattered showers and thunderstorms, especially in the Northwest region. Notably, from around the evening of July 18th, rainfall will intensify, with scattered showers and thunderstorms, and localized intense rain.
In the area from Thanh Hoa to Hue City, the weather will primarily consist of scattered showers and thunderstorms. From around July 19th, thunderstorm activity will increase, affecting the entire region.
The coastal areas of the South-Central region will maintain sunny days with localized hot weather, while scattered showers and thunderstorms will occur in the afternoon and evening.
In the Central Highlands and Southern regions, thunderstorms will persist over the next few days. Scattered showers are expected during the day, with more intense showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening, and localized heavy rain.
The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting urges residents to stay informed about weather updates. During thunderstorms, be cautious of dangerous phenomena such as tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong gusts, and remain vigilant about potential flooding in low-lying areas during periods of heavy localized rain.
