The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting has updated the weather forecast for May 11th in the Northwest regions.
- Lowest temperature: 22-25 degrees, in some places below 21 degrees C.
- Highest temperature: 26-29 degrees C.
Cloudy, with scattered showers and thunderstorms, locally heavy rain. Light wind. In thunderstorms, there is a possibility of tornadoes, lightning, hail and strong gusts of wind.
If tourists are preparing to come to the Northwest region on May 11, they should pay attention to some points below for a safer and more convenient trip:
The weather is quite cool, the temperature fluctuates around 22 - 29°C, suitable for outdoor sightseeing activities. However, in the early morning and evening in high mountainous areas, it may be chilly, so bring thin jackets.
Due to scattered showers and thunderstorms in the area, visitors should prepare:
- Lightweight raincoats or umbrellas.
- Anti-slip shoes, limit the use of sandals when moving in hilly terrain.
- Waterproof bag for phones, cameras and papers.
- It is necessary to continuously monitor the weather forecast if there is a plan: trekking, cloud hunting, mountain climbing, camping, moving in the late afternoon.
During thunderstorms:
- Do not stand near tall trees, power poles or empty areas.
- Limit movement through streams, spillways or areas at risk of landslides.
- If riding a motorbike through mountain passes in the Northwest region, you should slow down because the road surface may be slippery and foggy.
- Tourist destinations in high mountainous areas such as Moc Chau or Dien Bien may experience sudden rain; you should prioritize flexible schedules instead of moving too densely during the day.
- For foreign tourists or families with young children, accommodation should be chosen with weather updates and travel plans when it rains heavily.
