According to the weather forecast from the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, in the period from the second half of November to the end of 2025, storm forecasts and tropical depression forecasts show that the East Sea is likely to have 1-2 types of tropical cyclones, with the trend of affecting mainly the South Central and South regions.
Entering January and February 2026, the possibility of storm or tropical depression formation in the East Sea is assessed to be low.
The 2025-2026 winter weather forecast also shows strong cold air activity, especially in the period from December 2025 to February 2026. The North may experience widespread cold spells from the end of December, with the risk of frost and ice in the highlands.
The average temperature nationwide in these months is generally at the same level as the average of many years, especially in the North in January-February 2026, it tends to be about 0.5 degrees Celsius higher.
Regarding rainfall, December recorded a clear differentiation between regions. The North, Thanh Hoa and the North of Nghe An are forecast to have lower rainfall than the average of many years; while from South Quang Tri to Da Nang, along the coast of Quang Ngai - Dak Lak - Khanh Hoa, rain may reach 200-400 mm, the highest place exceeding 550 mm. The Southern and Central Highlands regions generally have approximately average rainfall.
Weather forecast for January-February 2026, total rainfall nationwide will remain the same as the average of many years, the Central Highlands and the South may be higher. In addition, unseasonal rains in these two areas are likely to appear in the early dry season.
The period from September to November recorded many extreme and unusual weather patterns, when 5 consecutive storms appeared in the East Sea, causing heavy damage to people and property.
Weather forecast for late 2025 and early 2026, tourists to the South Central and Southern provinces should closely monitor storm forecasts, tropical depression forecasts and storm conditions in the East Sea. The weather can change rapidly, especially when there are strong winds, big waves or widespread heavy rain.
People and tourists planning to travel by sea, island or participate in outdoor activities should check meteorological agency announcements, update warnings from the locality and proactively adjust their schedules to ensure safety.
