northern Vietnam Braces for Cold⁤ Snap, Heavy ⁣Rains

HANOI (AP) — Northern ⁤and⁣ north-central regions of Vietnam are preparing‍ for a meaningful drop in temperatures and heavy⁣ rainfall, according to the national hydrometeorological⁤ forecasting center.

Cold Weather Expected

The most intense cold is anticipated during the nights of April 13-14. The northern region can ‍expect temperatures to plummet to between 16 and 19 ‍degrees Celsius (61-66 Fahrenheit),with mountainous areas perhaps experiencing lows below 13 degrees Celsius (55 Fahrenheit). ‍The north-central region is forecast to see temperatures ranging from 17 to 20 degrees celsius (63-68 Fahrenheit).

Hanoi, the capital city,⁢ will experience the onset of‍ colder weather starting the ⁢night of⁢ April 12. ⁣ The nights ⁢of April 13-14 are predicted to be particularly cold, with temperatures fluctuating between 17 and⁢ 19 degrees Celsius (63-66 Fahrenheit).

Heavy rainfall and Thunderstorms

The approaching⁤ cold air mass is‍ expected to bring moderate to heavy rains to⁣ the northwest region and the provinces from Thanh Hoa⁢ to Quang Binh throughout the day and night of April 12. ⁢ Accumulated rainfall is projected⁢ to range from 30 to 60 mm (1.2 to 2.4 ⁢inches), with some‍ areas potentially exceeding 90⁢ mm (3.5 inches). Showers ⁢and scattered thunderstorms are forecast for the area from ‍quang Tri to quang Ngai in the evening and ‍at night, with localized rainfall of 15 to 30 mm (0.6 to 1.2 inches) and isolated areas exceeding 60⁣ mm (2.4 inches).

Potential for Extreme Weather

The forecasting center warns of the possibility of extreme weather events associated with thunderstorms, including tornadoes, lightning, ⁤hail, and strong winds. the combination of intense rainfall over short periods (exceeding 80 mm/3.1 inches⁢ in 6 hours) raises ⁢the risk of ⁤flooding in low-lying areas, flash floods on small rivers and streams, and landslides in steep mountain regions.

Marine Conditions

At sea,⁤ the influence of the⁤ cold air, coupled with ⁤the northeast monsoon, is expected to generate strong northeast winds of level 6-7, gusting to ⁣level 8-9, in ⁢the Gulf of Tonkin and the northern part of the east Sea. Wave heights are predicted to reach 2-3 meters (6.5-10 feet), creating rough sea conditions. The Quang Tri to Quang Ngai zone will experience northeast winds of level 5,‍ occasionally reaching level 6, with gusts to level 7-8⁢ and wave heights of 1.5 to 2.5 meters (5-8 feet).

While sea winds are expected to gradually decrease ‍from April 13,⁢ the national hydrometeorological forecasting center has assessed the ‍risk of⁣ natural disasters due to violent winds, large waves, and sea tornadoes at level 2 on April 12, indicating a perilous level‍ for ships and maritime activities.

Regional⁤ Weather Outlook

• Hanoi: Cloudy⁢ with scattered rain, showers and thunderstorms from noon. Southeast ⁤wind shifting to northeast. Low of 19-21 degrees Celsius (66-70 Fahrenheit). High of 26-28 degrees Celsius (79-82 Fahrenheit).
• Northwest Region: Cloudy with rain, scattered ⁢showers and ‍thunderstorms, locally heavy. Light wind. Low of 16-19 degrees Celsius (61-66 fahrenheit), some areas below 15 degrees Celsius (59 Fahrenheit). High of 29-32‍ degrees Celsius (84-90 Fahrenheit), potentially exceeding 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in some areas.
• Northeast Provinces: Cloudy with showers and scattered thunderstorms. Southeast wind shifting to northeast.Low of ‍18-21 degrees Celsius (64-70 Fahrenheit), some mountainous areas below 16 degrees Celsius (61 Fahrenheit). High⁤ of 25-28 degrees Celsius (77-82⁣ Fahrenheit), potentially exceeding 28 degrees Celsius (82 Fahrenheit) ⁢in some areas.
• Thanh Hoa to Hue: Cloudy and sunny, except hot in western mountainous regions. Rain, showers, and thunderstorms in the‍ evening and at night, ⁢locally heavy. Light wind. Low of 19-22⁤ degrees Celsius (66-72 Fahrenheit). High of 32-35 degrees Celsius (90-95 Fahrenheit), potentially exceeding 37 degrees Celsius (99 ⁣Fahrenheit)‍ in some western mountainous areas.
• da Nang to Binh Thuan: ⁢Cloudy and sunny during the day, except hot‍ in ⁣the north. Showers and thunderstorms in some⁣ places in the evening and‍ at night. East to ⁢southeast wind. Low of 23-26 degrees Celsius (73-79 Fahrenheit). High of 31-34 degrees Celsius (88-93 Fahrenheit), potentially reaching 35-37 degrees⁣ Celsius (95-99 fahrenheit) in the north.
• Central Highlands Provinces: Cloudy and sunny during the day. Showers and thunderstorms⁤ in some places in the evening and overnight. Light wind. Low of 20-23 degrees Celsius (68-73 Fahrenheit).high of 30-33‍ degrees Celsius (86-91 ⁤Fahrenheit), potentially exceeding 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) in some areas.
• Southern Region: Cloudy, sunny days, hot in some places. Showers and thunderstorms in some places in the⁣ evening and‍ overnight. Light wind.⁣ Low of 24-27 degrees Celsius ⁣(75-81 Fahrenheit). High of 31-34 degrees Celsius (88-93 Fahrenheit), potentially exceeding 35 degrees Celsius (95 Fahrenheit) in some areas.