According to the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, a light cold spell has affected northeastern localities since this morning, April 28. It is projected to weaken on April 29.
The northern region of Vietnam has been forecasted to face rains during the coming Reunification Day (April 30) and the May Day holiday (Photo by Nguyen Hai)
Meanwhile, another cold front is expected to impact the north on April 30, causing showers and thunderstorms. Between May 1 and 4, the region will see fewer rains and cooler weather.
This week, temperatures in Hanoi will be around 23-30 degrees Celsius. In mountainous areas like Sapa, temperatures will be 16-21 degrees Celsius through April 30. From May 1, the lowest temperature in Sapa will drop to 13 degrees Celsius.
The southern and Central Highlands regions will see little rain until April 30. In HCM City, where celebrations for the 50th anniversary of national reunification will be organised, the weather is expected to be mostly sunny with mild showers in the late afternoon. From May 1, rain may intensify in the two regions.