There is a possibility of 1-2 storms or tropical depressions occurring in August.
According to meteorological and hydrological experts, in August, there is a high probability of 1-2 typhoons or tropical depressions forming in the South China Sea and affecting the Vietnamese mainland.
Furthermore, according to meteorological and hydrological experts, the Northern and Central regions of Vietnam are likely to experience 1-2 heatwaves in August; these heatwaves will be concentrated in the Northern delta, the North and Central Central regions, and are likely to be short-lived and not intense.
The expert added that August is still the peak of the rainy season in Northern Vietnam. Therefore, heavy rains are likely to continue in this area, posing a high risk of flash floods and landslides in the northern mountainous provinces.
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| There is a high probability that 1-2 storms or tropical depressions will form in the South China Sea and affect mainland Vietnam. (Illustrative image) |
"Nationwide, continue to be vigilant against localized dangerous weather phenomena such as tornadoes, waterspouts, hailstorms, and strong gusts of wind," the meteorological expert warned.
Specifically, the first 10 days of the month.(from August 1-10):Average temperatures nationwide were approximately the same as the multi-year average. Rainfall in most areas was slightly below the multi-year average, except in the Northern region where it was approximately the same as the multi-year average for the same period.
The 10-day period in the middle of the month(11-20/8):Average temperatures nationwide are approximately the same as the multi-year average. Rainfall in the region is generally above the multi-year average, except in the Northern region where it is approximately at the multi-year average;
The last 11 days of the month(21-31/8):The average temperature nationwide is approximately the same as the multi-year average. Rainfall in the Northern and North Central regions is generally above the multi-year average, while in the Central, South Central, Central Highlands, and Southern regions it is generally below the multi-year average.



