Northern and Central Vietnam are experiencing scorching heat, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in some areas.

On June 22nd, the northern and central regions experienced intense heat, with some areas experiencing exceptionally severe heat and maximum temperatures exceeding 40°C, while the southern region experienced localized heat.

According to the National Center for Meteorological and Hydrological Forecasting, on June 22-23, the heatwave will spread to most of Northern Vietnam. In particular, mountainous and midland areas (except Lai Chau and Dien Bien ) will experience intense heat, with some places experiencing severe heat with maximum temperatures of 35-37°C, and even exceeding 37°C.

On June 22nd, the northern and central regions of Vietnam experienced scorching heat. (Illustrative photo: Vien Minh/VTC News )

The Northern Delta and localities from Hue City to Da Nang City, and the eastern provinces from Quang Ngai to Dak Lak will experience hot and intensely hot weather, with some areas experiencing exceptionally intense heat. The highest temperatures will generally range from 36-38°C, with some places exceeding 39°C.

Thanh Hoa to Quang Tri is the epicenter of this heatwave. The weather is intensely hot, with temperatures reaching 38-40°C, and even exceeding 40°C in some areas.

According to the meteorological agency, the heatwave in Northern Vietnam is likely to last until June 25th. The heatwave in the area from Thanh Hoa to Da Nang City and the eastern parts of the provinces from Quang Ngai to Dak Lak may continue for several more days.

Although it will be hot and sunny during the day, in the late afternoon and evening, these areas should be prepared for showers and thunderstorms in some places.

Additionally, on June 22nd, other areas across the country will experience scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly in the late afternoon and evening. Specifically, the Central Highlands and Southern Vietnam will have scattered showers and thunderstorms in the late afternoon and evening, with localized heavy rain. The day will be sunny, with some areas experiencing hot weather.

During thunderstorms, there is a possibility of extreme weather phenomena such as tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong gusts of wind.

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Weather forecast for all regions of the country on June 22, 2026

Hanoi will experience scattered showers and thunderstorms in the evening and night. The day will be intensely hot, with some areas experiencing exceptionally intense heat. South to southwest winds will be at level 2-3. There is a possibility of tornadoes, lightning, and strong gusts of wind during thunderstorms. The lowest temperature will be 28-30°C, and the highest temperature will be 37-39°C.

In the Northwest region, there will be scattered showers and thunderstorms in the evening and night, with hot and intensely hot weather during the day. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected in the far Northwest. Light winds. During thunderstorms, there is a possibility of tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong gusts of wind. The lowest temperature will be 25-28°C, with some areas below 25°C. The highest temperature will be 35-37°C, with some areas above 38°C, including 30-33°C in the far Northwest, with some areas exceeding 35°C.

In the Northeast region, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected in the evening and night. The day will be hot and intensely hot, with some areas experiencing exceptionally intense heat. South to southwest winds will be at level 2-3. During thunderstorms, there is a risk of tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong gusts of wind. The lowest temperature will be 27-30°C, with some mountainous areas below 26°C. The highest temperature will be 35-38°C, with some areas exceeding 39°C.

From Thanh Hoa to Hue, there will be scattered showers and thunderstorms in the evening and night. The day will be intensely hot, and exceptionally hot in some areas. Southwesterly winds will be at level 2-3. During thunderstorms, be wary of tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong gusts of wind. The lowest temperature will be 28-31°C. The highest temperature will be 37-40°C, with some areas exceeding 40°C.

In the South Central coastal region, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected in the evening and night. The day will be hot and intensely hot, with some areas experiencing exceptionally intense heat, particularly in the south where it will be locally hot. Southwesterly winds will be at level 2-3. Tornadoes, lightning, and strong gusts of wind are forecast during thunderstorms. The lowest temperature will be 25-28°C. The highest temperature will be 36-38°C in the north, with some areas exceeding 39°C, and 32-34°C in the south, with some areas exceeding 35°C.

In the Central Highlands , there will be scattered showers and thunderstorms at night. Sunny during the day, with some areas experiencing hot weather. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected in the late afternoon and evening, with some areas experiencing heavy rain. Southwesterly winds will be at level 2-3. Warnings are issued for tornadoes, lightning, and strong gusts of wind during thunderstorms. Minimum temperatures will be 21-24°C. Maximum temperatures will be 30-33°C, with some areas exceeding 35°C.

Southern Vietnam: Showers and thunderstorms in some areas at night. Sunny during the day, hot in some places. Scattered showers and thunderstorms in the late afternoon and evening, with heavy rain in some localized areas. Southwest wind at level 2-3. Tornadoes, lightning, and strong gusts of wind are possible during thunderstorms. Lowest temperature: 25-28 degrees Celsius. Highest temperature: 32-34 degrees Celsius, over 35 degrees Celsius in some places. Cloudy.

Ho Chi Minh City: Showers and thunderstorms in some areas in the evening and night, sunny during the day. Light wind. Tornadoes, lightning, and strong gusts of wind are possible during thunderstorms. Lowest temperature: 26-28 degrees Celsius. Highest temperature: 32-34 degrees Celsius. Cloudy.

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