Low Pressure Over the East Sea Brings Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Across Vietnam

(Vietnam Insider) – A low-pressure system over the East Sea is expected to move northwest at about 10 km per hour in the next 24 hours and could intensify into a tropical depression, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

On the morning of September 16, the system was active in the central East Sea. Forecasters warn it may strengthen, bringing heavy showers, thunderstorms, and strong winds up to level 5–6 (gusting to level 8). Waves are predicted to reach 2–3 meters, making seas rough. Authorities advise vessels operating in the area to take precautions and ensure safety.

Rainfall Forecast by Region

• Northern Vietnam (Sept 17–25): Scattered showers and thunderstorms. The Northeast is likely to see more widespread rain and storms from September 18–21, particularly at night and in the early morning.
• Thanh Hoa to Hue: Some rain and storms are expected. From southern Quang Tri to Hue, scattered rain and thunderstorms are forecast around September 19, with localized heavy downpours.
• South Central Coast: Scattered evening and nighttime thunderstorms, with isolated heavy rain.
• Central Highlands & Southern Vietnam: Afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms are likely, with localized heavy rainfall. Rainfall is expected to gradually ease from around September 20.

Meteorologists project that in September, 1–2 tropical storms or depressions may form in the East Sea, potentially affecting Vietnam. From October to December, the number of storms and tropical depressions in the East Sea — and their impact on Vietnam — is forecast to be higher than the long-term average of 4–5 storms, with nearly 2 making landfall.

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Source: Vietnam Insider