Vietnam Faces Varied Weather: Heat in North, Heavy Rains in Central and South

On September 8th, Vietnam is forecast to experience varied weather conditions across the country. The Northern region is expected to see sunny days with temperatures reaching a high of 35 degrees Celsius, though scattered showers and thunderstorms may occur in the afternoon and evening. Meanwhile, the Central and Southern regions are predicted to face rain and thunderstorms, with some areas potentially receiving over 70mm of rainfall. Residents in these areas are advised to be cautious of potential risks such as tornadoes, lightning, and strong winds. Prior to this, on September 7th, the North experienced sunny days with showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. On September 6th, the North enjoyed cooler weather, while rain and thunderstorms occurred in various parts of the country. Additionally, the first seasonal cold wave has arrived in the North, and preparations for heavy rains are underway in the Central region. In recent years, Vietnam has been experiencing an increase in extreme weather events due to the impacts of climate change, with heightened risks of floods and landslides, particularly in the Central and Southern regions. The government is strengthening disaster prevention and mitigation measures against these natural disasters.