According to the latest information from the National Center for Hydrometeorological Forecasting, cold air is expected to begin appearing from September or October, but there is still a possibility of localized heat in the Northern region. .
From September to October, the average temperature is forecast to be 0.5 - 1 degree Celsius higher than the average for many years. In September, heat is still likely to occur in the Northern and Northern regions. Central region. In October, heat can only occur locally in these areas.
Cold air is expected to tend to increase in frequency and intensity from November. By December 2024 and January 2025, cold air will continue to increase in intensity and frequency. The phenomenon of severe and widespread cold in the North is likely to appear in the second half of December 2024.
In January and February 2025, harmful cold weather continued to appear on a large scale in the Northern provinces. It is necessary to guard against the possibility of severe and harmful cold spells lasting about 5-8 days, accompanied by frost and frost in the mountainous areas of the Northern region.
Regarding rainfall trends, the total rainfall from now until the end of the year in the Northern and Central regions is generally higher than the average for the same period in many years. The rainy season in the Central region is likely to appear around the end of August and the first half of September, with heavy rain mainly concentrated in October - November 2024.
This may increase the risk of prolonged inundation, widespread flooding, flash floods and landslides in this area.
Compared to winter 2023, the weather is considered warmer than average. From October until now, there have been 7 cold air waves, but only the one on December 16 had strong intensity. The northeast monsoon before December 15 is weak in intensity, causing only short-term cold.
Given this information, visitors to the North need to note a few things after the change of season.
It is necessary to monitor weather forecasts regularly and plan travel accordingly, bringing appropriate clothing for both hot and cold weather, especially when traveling to the northern midland and mountainous provinces.
Prepare a raincoat or umbrella to prevent sudden rain. Pay attention to keeping your body warm when the temperature drops sharply, especially in the early morning and evening. Avoid outdoor activities when there are warnings of bad weather.
Beware of cold or flu symptoms caused by sudden weather changes. Drink enough water and supplement vitamins to increase resistance.
With careful preparation, visitors are guaranteed to have a safe and enjoyable trip while enjoying the cold air typical of the North in the last months of the year.
