East Sea storm forecast: 1-2 storms or tropical depressions in the next month
According to the new forecast of the Southern Hydrometeorological Station on weather trends in the next 10 days (November 22-20, December 202), the possibility of a low pressure area strengthening into a storm or tropical depression - around November 26-27.
If it forms, it could impact the weather in coastal and inland areas in the last days of November.
According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, in the period of November 21-20, December 2025, the East Sea area is likely to experience 1-2 storms or tropical depressions. Some may directly affect the mainland of Vietnam. On average, in many years, the East Sea usually has about 1.2 storms/tropical depressions at the same time, with 0.4 of them making landfall in our country.
The cold air is forecast to strengthen again around November 24-25, directly affecting the weather in the North.
In the coming month, cold air will be more active in both frequency and intensity, possibly causing severe cold in December.
Regarding rainfall, the North and the area from Thanh Hoa to Da Nang tend to be lower than the average of many years, while other areas fluctuate around the average. In particular, the East of Quang Ngai to Dak Lak and Khanh Hoa is likely to experience widespread heavy rain in late November - early December, with a total rainfall of 250-500 mm, the highest in the area exceeding 600 mm.
The Central Highlands and the South may also experience many showers and thunderstorms, concentrated in late November.
The average temperature nationwide during the month is forecast to be lower than the average of many years, in which the North and the Thanh Hoa - Da Nang range will decrease by 0.5-1.5°C; the remaining regions will decrease by about 0.5°C.
The meteorological agency warns that in the context of climate change, extreme weather such as thunderstorms, whirlwinds, lightning, hail, and strong gusts of wind may occur nationwide, especially during the changing seasons. People and authorities are advised to closely monitor storm forecasts, rain forecasts, tropical depression forecasts and weather forecasts to proactively respond.
Storm and rain situation in recent times
From October 21 to November 20, the East Sea recorded 3 storms and 1 tropical depression. Of which, Typhoon No. 12 Fengshen and Typhoon No. 13 Kalmaegi directly affected the mainland of Vietnam.
On the evening of November 6, storm No. 13 was strong at level 12, gusting to level 14, moving into the Quang Ngai - Gia Lai area, causing widespread heavy rain in the Central region and the Central Highlands.
The North also experienced 3 widespread rains on October 31-411, November 8-10 and November 17-19.
From Ha Tinh to Khanh Hoa and the East of Gia Lai - Dak Lak recorded 3 widespread rains, of which the period from October 23 to November 3 had places with over 1,000 mm, even over 1,500 mm in Hue City and Da Nang City.
The 16-20 period of November continued to record heavy rain of 150-650 mm, especially Son Hoa (Dak Lak) reached 1,037 mm.
Recommendations for people and tourists
People and tourists need to continuously update storm forecasts, tropical depression forecasts, and flood weather forecasts from official meteorological agencies.
People in coastal areas, plains, and low-lying areas need to prepare evacuation plans or safe shelters when there are warnings of storms in the East Sea or tropical depressions.
Tourists should proactively learn about the weather conditions before traveling, especially in areas such as Hue City, Quang Ngai, Da Nang, Khanh Hoa, the Central Highlands and the South.
Do not go outside when there are strong gusts of wind, heavy rain or when there are warnings of floods and landslides. Avoid dangerous areas such as riverside, stream, beach, low-lying coast, and places at risk of landslides after prolonged heavy rains.
When there is an evacuation order or emergency warning, people and tourists must comply immediately to ensure safety.
