Vietnam Weather Forecast for New School Year Opening Day: Heatwaves and Scattered Thunderstorms Expected

Across Vietnam, mixed weather conditions are expected during the opening days of the 2026-2027 academic year, from September 4th to 9th. According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, the northern and central regions will experience sunny days with some areas facing heatwaves. Meanwhile, the Central Highlands and southern regions are likely to see scattered thunderstorms in the afternoons, with some localized heavy rainfall. Nights are expected to be mostly dry in these areas. Specifically, on September 4th, widespread heatwaves are forecast for northern regions (excluding Quang Ninh and Lang Son provinces), and from Thanh Hoa to Da Nang city, as well as eastern Quang Ngai province. By September 5th, the heatwaves are expected to subside to localized occurrences. The areas from Quang Tri to Hue city, and the southern Central Coast region, may experience rain and thunderstorms on the afternoon and evening of September 5th. In the Central Highlands and southern regions, sunny days will prevail, but scattered thunderstorms are possible in the afternoons and evenings, with some areas potentially experiencing heavy downpours. In the northern regions, September 4th and 5th will be mostly sunny, with some areas experiencing heatwaves. Particularly on September 4th, widespread heatwaves are anticipated, with temperatures reaching 35-36°C, and exceeding 36°C in some spots. The lowest temperatures will range from 24-28°C, dropping below 23°C in mountainous areas. In the central regions, September 4th and 5th will be sunny with some areas facing heatwaves. On September 4th, widespread heatwaves are expected from Thanh Hoa to Da Nang city and eastern Quang Ngai province. Rain and thunderstorms are forecast for the afternoon and evening of September 5th in the region from Quang Tri to Hue city, and the southern Central Coast. The lowest temperatures will be between 24-28°C, and the highest between 32-35°C. However, on September 4th, Thanh Hoa to Da Nang city and eastern Quang Ngai province will see temperatures of 35-36°C, with some exceeding 36°C. The Central Highlands and southern regions will experience sunny days from September 4th to 5th, with scattered thunderstorms and localized heavy rainfall possible in the afternoons and evenings. Nights are expected to be mostly dry. The lowest temperatures will be 20-23°C in the Central Highlands and 24-27°C in the South. The highest temperatures will range from 26-30°C in the Central Highlands and 30-34°C in the South. In Hanoi, heatwaves are expected on September 4th and 5th, with no rain forecast for the nights. The lowest temperatures will be 26-28°C, and the highest will range from 35-36°C, potentially exceeding 36°C in some areas.