A major cold wave is sweeping into Vietnam, with temperatures in Hanoi set to drop sharply and officials warning of heavy rainfall, flash floods, and coastal hazards that could disrupt travel and logistics.
HANOI – International travelers, expatriates, and logistics companies operating across Northern and North-Central Vietnam must brace for a significant and sudden shift in weather, as a powerful cold front begins to move across the country.
The national weather center confirmed that the cold air mass is intensifying and will first impact the Northeast region on the afternoon and night of October 30th. It will then spread rapidly to the Northwest, North Central Coast, and even parts of the Central Coast.
This cold snap is not just about temperature; combined with an upper-level disturbance, it will trigger heavy rain, raising immediate concerns for urban flooding, supply chain disruptions, and health risks.
Temperature Plunge and Health Alert
The most noticeable impact will be the sharp drop in temperatures, particularly at night and in the early morning:
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Source: Vietnam Insider