After the seasonal rains, Ho Chi Minh City is still experiencing hot weather.

This morning, the Southern Vietnam Regional Meteorological and Hydrological Station continued to issue warnings about thunderstorms, lightning, rain, and localized heavy rain in many areas such as Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, Soc Trang, Tra Vinh, Ben Tre, Can Tho, Vinh Long, Dong Thap, Tien Giang, An Giang , etc. Rainfall amounts are expected to be generally between 5-15mm, with some areas exceeding 20mm. However, as of 10:00 AM the same day, the weather in Ho Chi Minh City remained mostly hot and sunny.

The scorching hot weather is expected to continue for the next few days.

The past few days have been similar; although Ho Chi Minh City and the southern provinces have experienced light showers and localized heavy rain, the weather remains hot and sunny. The sun rises before 6 a.m., and by around 9 a.m., the sun is already scorching and lasts until late afternoon. The intense heat combined with high humidity makes the oppressive atmosphere very uncomfortable. Many people wonder why, expecting the weather to become cooler and more pleasant after the rainy season. However, the hot weather is expected to continue for several more days.

According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, on May 10th, the Southern region experienced hot weather with maximum temperatures generally ranging from 35 to 38 degrees Celsius, and exceeding 38 degrees Celsius in some areas such as Tri An ( Dong Nai ) at 38.1 degrees Celsius and Ta Lai (Dong Nai) at 37.4 degrees Celsius.

On May 11-12, the Southern region will experience hot weather with maximum temperatures generally ranging from 35 to 37 degrees Celsius, and exceeding 37 degrees Celsius in some areas. The hot weather in the South is likely to last until around May 15.

Additionally, the South Central region and the Central Highlands are also experiencing localized heatwaves with maximum temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius in some areas.

Quick overview at 12 PM on May 11th: Weather forecast

During the period from April 11th to May 10th, average rainfall in the Central Highlands and Southern Vietnam was 50-100mm lower than the multi-year average, with some areas experiencing even more than 120mm less. The low rainfall led to prolonged and more intense heatwaves compared to previous years. This is due to the influence of El Niño and climate change causing global warming.

According to experts, the weather in Southern Vietnam is currently still affected by a hot low-pressure system from the west. This is still a transitional period, with weak southwest winds at low altitudes, resulting in limited and widespread rainfall, causing continued intense heat. After May 15th, stronger southwest winds will bring more rain, both in quantity and area, thus reducing the heat.

Throughout the country, dangerous weather phenomena such as thunderstorms accompanied by tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong gusts of wind continue to occur. In addition, tropical disturbances are likely to develop in the South China Sea around the end of May and beginning of June.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/sau-mua-chuyen-mua-tphcm-van-nang-nong-185240511101902189.htm