Weather forecast for the next 24-48 hours, continental high pressure continues to shift gradually to the East and weaken. The low pressure trough is maintained with axis of about 24-27 degrees North latitude.
Above, the subtropical high pressure with its axis passing through the South Central Coast - Southern region is actively operating. Northeast wind in the southeastern sea area remains at an average intensity level.
Forecast from 3-10 days, the low pressure trough tends to be compressed and gradually move southward, then filled by a continental cold high pressure area from the North. Around March 27-28, the continental high pressure is likely to be strengthened again but with weak intensity.
Above, the subtropical high pressure gradually raises its axis to the North, passing through the Central Central region and maintaining little change in intensity. Northeast wind in the Southeast sea area has intensity from weak to moderate.
In the next 24-48 hours, widespread heat will occur in Ho Chi Minh City. The highest temperature is commonly from 35-36 degrees C, in some places above 36 degrees C; the lowest humidity fluctuates from 35-50%. The hot sun concentrates in the period from 12-15 pm daily.
Due to the impact of prolonged hot weather combined with low air humidity, the risk of fires and explosions in residential areas and forest fires is high. At the same time, people need to be wary of health problems such as dehydration, exhaustion or heat stroke due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures.
