In the next 10 days (December 30, 2024 – January 8, 2025), a series of cold fronts will strengthen, and a low-pressure trough may reappear.

Northern Vietnam will experience cold weather at night and in the early morning, while localized heavy rain is expected in Central Vietnam.

Meteorologists at the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting have provided detailed weather predictions for this period.

The continental high-pressure system is expected to weaken before regaining intensity in early January, particularly around January 2-3, 2025. Simultaneously, a low-pressure trough may form near 4-7°N on December 30-31.

At higher altitudes, the subtropical high-pressure system is forecast to weaken and gradually retreat eastward.

These weather patterns will result in significant variations across regions:

In Northern Vietnam and Thanh Hoa, the weather from December 30, 2024, to January 8, 2025, will be partly cloudy with occasional light rain. Fog may occur in some areas early in the morning, followed by sunny afternoons. Nighttime and early morning temperatures will remain cold, with severe cold spells in mountainous areas.

In Nghe An and Ha Tinh, the skies will remain cloudy with scattered light rain. Fog and light mist are expected in the early morning, with chilly conditions prevailing throughout the day.

In Central and South-Central Vietnam, December 30 will bring scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms. Between December 31, 2024, and January 5, 2025, moderate to heavy rain, coupled with thunderstorms, is likely in localized areas. Rainfall will decrease after January 6. Northern parts of this region will experience cool weather.

In the Central Highlands and Southern Vietnam, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected, particularly from January 2-4, 2025. Daytime temperatures will be sunny overall.

Weather outlook for Hanoi

During this 10-day period, Hanoi will experience cloudy skies with light rain in some areas. Fog is likely early in the morning, while the afternoons will see sunshine. Nights and early mornings will be cold.

Detailed forecast for Hanoi (December 30, 2024 – January 1, 2025):

December 30:

Daytime: Partly cloudy, no rain. Light fog in the morning, sunny in the afternoon. Northeastern winds at 10-15 km/h.
High temperature: 20-22°C
Average humidity: 60-65%
Rain probability: <10%
Nighttime: Mostly cloudy with occasional light rain. Northeastern winds at 10-15 km/h. Cold conditions.
Low temperature: 17-19°C
Average humidity: 75-85%
Rain probability: 60-65%

December 31:

Daytime: Partly cloudy, no rain. Light fog in the morning, sunny in the afternoon. Northeastern winds at 10-15 km/h.
High temperature: 21-23°C
Average humidity: 55-60%
Rain probability: 10-20%
Nighttime: Partly cloudy with no rain. Northeastern winds at 10-15 km/h. Cold conditions.
Low temperature: 14-16°C
Average humidity: 70-80%
Rain probability: <10%

January 1, 2025:

Daytime: Partly cloudy, no rain. Light fog in the morning, sunny in the afternoon. Northeastern winds at 10-15 km/h.
High temperature: 23-25°C
Average humidity: 50-60%
Rain probability: <10%
Nighttime: Partly cloudy with no rain. Northeastern winds at 10-15 km/h. Cold conditions.
Low temperature: 13-15°C
Average humidity: 72-82%
Rain probability: <10%

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