According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, in the next 10 days, localized heat may occur in the Northwest and Central regions around April 13, followed by a temporary decrease; however, the heat is expected to increase further in May in the Northern and Central regions. Nonetheless, this heatwave will not be prolonged or intense.
Detailed forecast for the first 10 days of the forecast period (from April 11-20):
Around April 11-12, due to the influence of a western wind trough, the Northwest and Northeast regions will experience scattered showers and thunderstorms. After that, the Northern region will be on the southern edge of a low-pressure trough compressed by cold air from the north.
The Northern region welcomes cold air this weekend. (Photo: Nguyễn Dương).
Around April 16, the cold air will become more active, pushing the low-pressure trough southward, causing showers and thunderstorms throughout the region. During thunderstorms, caution is advised for gusty winds, hail, and strong winds. Rain may last until around April 17, after which it will mainly concentrate in the Northwest region at night and in the morning. By around April 20, due to convergence at 5,000 meters, there is a possibility of scattered showers and thunderstorms in the area.
The temperature in the Northern region is expected to decrease, with cooler weather starting around April 17, and there is a possibility of cold weather on April 18. The North and Central regions will experience scattered rain and thunderstorms due to the influence of cold air from around April 16-18, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.
Additionally, the Central Highlands and Southern regions will continue to experience localized transitional rain with scattered showers in the evening and sunny days. From April 14-16, due to the influence of the southwest wind, there may be scattered rain and thunderstorms in these areas.
The forecasted temperatures nationwide are expected to be 0-0.5 degrees Celsius lower than the long-term average for this period.
Total rainfall in the Northwest region is generally 150-250 mm, in the Northeast region 100-200 mm, in the Central region 70-130 mm, and in the Central Highlands and Southern regions 80-170 mm.
