According to weather forecasts, a cold front is expected to sweep across Vietnam this weekend (December 7-8). The northern region, including Hanoi, will experience rainy and chilly weather with relatively low temperatures throughout the day.
Cold Air Moving into Northern Vietnam
Weather forecasts indicate that Northern Vietnam is preparing to welcome a new cold air mass, leading to all-day rain and cold temperatures.
Mr. Nguyen Van Huong, Head of the Weather Forecast Department at the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, stated that around December 6-7, a strong cold front will descend upon the country.
The onset of the cold air will bring about a light rain in the northern region, but it will not be significant. Under the influence of rain and the northeast monsoon, temperatures will drop in the northern region starting from the night of December 6-7. The coldest period will occur on December 7-8.
During this cold spell, the average temperature in Northern Vietnam is expected to drop below 20 degrees Celsius, with some areas like Lai Chau and Son La experiencing temperatures as low as 10-12 degrees Celsius.
This cold front will cause chilly weather both day and night instead of just in the night and morning.
According to meteorological experts, this cold front will bring cold weather throughout the day and night, unlike previous cold fronts that primarily brought cold weather at night and in the morning. The combination of cold and light, sporadic rain will increase the sensation of chill.
Specifically for Hanoi, this cold air mass will start to lower temperatures from the night of December 6; on December 7, light rain is expected, with temperatures dropping to 18-20 degrees Celsius. On December 8, daytime temperatures in the capital will further decrease to between 16-20 degrees.
Due to the influence of the cold air, the Central region is likely to experience moderate to heavy rainfall on December 6-7. Temperatures in the area from Thanh Hoa to Thua Thien Hue may drop below 23 degrees Celsius. From December 7 onwards, cold weather will settle in this region.
Regarding the cold weather forecast for the winter of 2024-2025, Mr. Huong added that from December 2024 to February 2025, temperatures across the country are expected to be close to the long-term average. In particular, December is likely to see lower temperatures in Northern Vietnam, with severe cold and frost likely occurring in the latter half of the month.
During December and the first half of January 2025, severe cold and frost may lead to icy conditions and frost in the high mountainous areas of the North. Additionally, from late February to March 2025, there is a likelihood of experiencing “humid cold” (cold accompanied by light rain and drizzle).
Today’s Weather Development Across the Country
Before welcoming the new cold front, early this morning, the Hanoi area and provinces in the northern region experienced overcast skies with fog.
The southeastern humid wind from the weakening cold air mass has shifted eastward, bringing moisture inland to Northern Vietnam. Fog has reduced visibility in mountainous areas to between 2-4 km.
By midday and afternoon, the sun is expected to break through, with temperatures in the cities rising to between 24-28 degrees Celsius.
In the Central region, unexpected rain is occurring sporadically from Dong Hoi down to Da Nang. The remaining areas will be dry with sunshine. Common temperatures across the region are between 27-29 degrees Celsius.
The Central Highlands is experiencing varied weather conditions. The southern half, including Da Lat and Gia Nghia, is having rain, while the northern half, such as Kon Tum and Pleiku, remains sunny with temperatures not exceeding 28 degrees Celsius.
The equatorial low-pressure trough combined with disturbances from the east will continue to cause unseasonable rain in the Southern region, with rain expected from the morning. Due to the abundant cloud cover and rain, temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City and other areas in the South will typically range from 28-31 degrees Celsius.
