The Southern Regional Hydro-Meteorological Centre said hot weather would continue across the region, with scattered showers and thunderstorms forecast mainly in the late afternoon and evening.
The meteorological agency forecasts thunderstorms will increase in Ho Chi Minh City and southern Vietnam from May 25 (Photo: Hoang Huong).
Temperatures are expected to range from 25-28 degrees Celsius overnight and 33-35 degrees Celsius during the day, with some areas exceeding 35 degrees Celsius. In the eastern part of the region, temperatures are forecast to reach 35-36 degrees Celsius, with some places above 36 degrees Celsius.
On the afternoon of May 24, showers were recorded in several areas of Ho Chi Minh City, including Cau Ong Lanh Ward, Cho Quan Ward, Tan Thuan Ward, Tan My Ward, Tan Hung Ward, Phu Dinh Ward, Dien Hong Ward, Long Phuoc Ward, Long Truong Ward, Cat Lai Ward, Binh Trung Ward and Nha Be Commune. Rainfall levels generally ranged between 5-15mm, with some locations receiving more than 20mm.
Meteorologists said strengthening southwesterly winds and upper-atmosphere disturbances from May 25 would increase thunderstorm activity across the region. Some areas could experience moderate to heavy rain accompanied by whirlwinds, lightning, strong gusts and localised flooding in low-lying areas.
Authorities advised residents to closely monitor weather updates and avoid travelling through deeply flooded areas during heavy rain. People were also warned about risks linked to falling trees, damaged roofs and electrical incidents during thunderstorms.