Vietnam Braces for Heatwaves and Localized Downpours as Typhoon No. 5 Dissipates

On September 4, Vietnam will continue to experience widespread heatwaves in the northern and central regions, with temperatures in Hanoi potentially exceeding 36 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, thunderstorms are forecast for the Central Highlands and southern areas. Tropical storm "Typhoon No. 5" has dissipated after making landfall in China. According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, the northern and central regions will see continued heat, with maximum temperatures ranging from 32-36 degrees Celsius. Specifically, areas in the North, Thanh Hoa Province (excluding Quang Ninh and Lang Son), and from Quang Tri to Da Nang City and eastern Quang Ngai Province will experience severe heat, with maximum temperatures of 35-36 degrees Celsius, and some areas exceeding 36 degrees Celsius. In Hanoi, hot and sunny conditions are expected during the day with no rain at night. The maximum temperature will remain between 34-36 degrees Celsius, and this heatwave is likely to persist until September 5. After this date, the heat in the northern regions, Thanh Hoa Province, and from Quang Tri to Da Nang City and eastern Quang Ngai Province is expected to gradually subside. Furthermore, on the afternoon and evening of September 4, scattered showers and thunderstorms are predicted for the Central Highlands and eastern parts of the South, with rainfall amounts of 15-30mm. Localized downpours exceeding 80mm are possible. During thunderstorms, residents should be vigilant against whirlwinds, lightning, hail, and strong winds. Detailed weather forecasts for specific regions are as follows: Hanoi: Cloudy, sunny during the day, with some areas experiencing heat. No rain at night. Northwest wind level 2-3. Minimum temperature 26-28°C, maximum temperature 34-36°C. Northwest: Cloudy, sunny during the day, with some areas experiencing heat. Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible in the afternoon and evening. Light wind. Whirlwinds, lightning, hail, and strong winds are possible during thunderstorms. Minimum temperature 22-25°C (below 22°C in some places), maximum temperature 32-35°C (above 35°C in some places). Northeast: Cloudy, sunny during the day, with some areas experiencing heat. Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible in the afternoon and evening. Northwest wind level 2-3. Whirlwinds, lightning, hail, and strong winds are possible during thunderstorms. Minimum temperature 25-28°C (below 24°C in mountainous areas), maximum temperature 32-35°C (above 35°C in some places). Thanh Hoa to Hue: Cloudy, sunny during the day, with some areas experiencing heat. Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible in the afternoon and evening. West to Southwest wind level 2-3. Whirlwinds, lightning, hail, and strong winds are possible during thunderstorms. Minimum temperature 25-28°C, maximum temperature 34-36°C (above 36°C in some places). South Central Coast: Cloudy, with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Some areas may experience heat during the day. Southwest wind level 2-3. Whirlwinds, lightning, and strong winds are possible during thunderstorms. Minimum temperature 25-28°C, maximum temperature 34-36°C (above 36°C in some places). Central Highlands: Mostly cloudy, with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Especially in the afternoon and evening, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected, with localized heavy rain. Southwest wind level 2-3. Whirlwinds, lightning, and strong winds are possible during thunderstorms. Minimum temperature 20-23°C, maximum temperature 25-28°C (above 28°C in some places). South: Cloudy, with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected in the afternoon and evening, with localized heavy rain in eastern areas. Southwest wind level 2-3. Whirlwinds, lightning, and strong winds are possible during thunderstorms. Minimum temperature 24-27°C, maximum temperature 31-34°C (above 34°C in some places). Ho Chi Minh City: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, with localized heavy rain possible. Southwest wind level 2-3. Whirlwinds, lightning, and strong winds are possible during thunderstorms. Minimum temperature 25-27°C, maximum temperature 31-34°C (above 34°C in some places).