According to Le Dinh Quyet, Head of the Forecasting Division at the Southern Regional Hydrometeorological Center, various meteorological patterns affected Vietnam’s overall weather during the first 10 days of November (November 1–10, 2025), including conditions specific to Ho Chi Minh City.

During this period, the East Sea witnessed two successive tropical storms. Typhoon Kalmaegi (Storm No. 13) moved quickly and directly impacted Central Vietnam between November 5–7.

Typhoon Fung-Wong entered the northeastern East Sea early on November 10, becoming the 14th named storm of 2025.

In addition, two minor cold air surges affected the North during November 1–2 and again on November 8–9.

In Ho Chi Minh City, the combination of heavy rainfall and high tides during the full moon of the ninth lunar month led to widespread flooding.

On the evening of November 8, heavy rain and rising tides submerged many central areas, including Bui Vien Walking Street, Cong Quynh, and De Tham, with water reaching halfway up motorbike wheels.

At De Tham Street (Cau Ong Lanh Ward), floodwaters combined with electric leakage from a nearby house tragically resulted in the death of a passerby.

Forecast: Cool temperatures and frequent rain for the next 10 days

Mr. Quyet forecasts that from November 11–20, weather in Ho Chi Minh City will remain unpredictable due to the overlapping influence of multiple weather systems.

While Typhoon Fung-Wong is currently located in the northeastern East Sea and is expected to weaken and move away, it will not directly affect mainland Vietnam.

Between November 12–18, three additional cold fronts will move in succession, specifically on November 12–13, 15–16, and a stronger surge around November 17–18.

These fronts will strengthen the northeast monsoon winds over the southern seas beginning November 12.

As a result, Ho Chi Minh City will experience mostly sunny days followed by scattered showers and thunderstorms in the evening and overnight.

Mr. Quyet cautioned that during November 15–16 and from November 19 onward, the city will experience noticeably cooler conditions, particularly at night and early in the morning.

He also noted that from November 16–18, the equatorial trough is expected to shift northward, combined with increasing eastern wind disturbances, resulting in widespread thunderstorms across the city.

Moderate to heavy rainfall, and in some areas very heavy downpours, are likely - mainly in the late afternoon and evening. Localized flooding is a concern during this time.

Average temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City during the forecast period will range from 26.5–27.9°C, slightly lower than historical averages. Minimum temperatures will fall between 23–26°C, with some areas dropping below 23°C. Highs will range from 29–33°C.

Total rainfall is projected at 70–120mm, with some areas exceeding that amount - also above seasonal averages.

Experts warn that as the region enters a transitional weather period, residents should remain vigilant for dangerous conditions such as whirlwinds, lightning, hail, and strong gusts associated with thunderstorms, which can cause property damage and pose safety risks.

Authorities and residents are advised to prepare for short-duration, high-intensity rains that could cause flash floods in urban areas.

Bao Anh