Cold front approaches northern Vietnam, Hanoi shivers at 10°C
The incoming cold wave will bring showers, with northeasterly winds of level 3 and a marked shift to cold weather between 7°C and 13°C until early next week.
THE HANOI TIMES — Vietnam's northern localities are bracing for a temperature dip due to an extending cold spell, with some areas expected to experience near-freezing conditions and temperatures as low as 10°C in Hanoi.
According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting (NCHMF), the cold air mass arriving on the night of February 7 will lead to sharp declines in temperatures across northern Vietnam.
In Hanoi, around February 8, the incoming cold front is forecast to bring showers, with northeasterly winds of level 3 and a marked shift to cold weather that will likely cause temperature drop from 26°C to 12°C during the day, with lows dipping to 10°C till February 10.
Mountainous areas may see lows between 7°C and 13°C, with the possibility of frost in the highest altitudes if temperatures plunge further.
The effects of the cold front will extend beyond the northern provinces of Vietnam. Photo: Pham Hung/The Hanoi Times
From February 7 to 9, central provinces from Ha Tinh to Gia Lai will experience moderate to heavy rainfall, with isolated areas seeing very heavy downpours and occasional thunderstorms. In these areas, temperatures will hover between 19°C and 20°C.
Regarding the weather in other regions of Vietnam, the NCHMF said rain and scattered thunderstorms are likely, with moderate to heavy rainfall possible until early next week.
Experts from the center noted that this year’s cold fronts have been unusually strong, penetrating deeply into southern latitudes and causing widespread freezing conditions in the north since mid-December. Frost and ice may form in the northern mountains.
For northern Vietnam, Tet holidays are expected to feature mainly dry, cold weather, with chilly nights and sunny days. Occasional rainfall may occur, but the dominant pattern remains dry cold. From late February to March, light drizzles and mist could return to the region.
The meteorological agency warned that freezing weather could negatively affect livestock and poultry, as well as hinder crop growth. Farmers in frost-prone regions are encouraged to safeguard crops and livestock, as the sharp temperature drop poses risks to agricultural productivity.
As the cold front intensifies, authorities are urging residents to take precautions, especially the elderly, children and those with underlying health conditions who are at higher risk of cold-related ailments. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather developments and take proactive steps to mitigate the cold’s impact.
