Heavy rain is forecast to hit Ho Chi Minh City and the wider southern part of Vietnam between October 16 and 18, 2026. Photo: Duyen Phan / Tuoi Tre
In Ho Chi Minh City, rain could begin in the eastern part of the city early Friday afternoon.
Central and northern areas are expected to see rain by the late afternoon and evening, with the Binh Duong area identified as a hotspot for heavy rainfall.
On Saturday and Sunday, weather conditions are forecast to worsen, with widespread showers across southern provinces.
Dong Nai, Ca Mau, and the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong will possibly experience the heaviest rainfall, with Lam Dong facing risks of urban flooding in Bao Loc and landslides in mountainous terrain.
The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting added that scattered showers and thunderstorms will occur in southern provinces and Lam Dong, with rainfall ranging from 10 to 30 millimeters, and some areas exceeding 70 millimeters.
Thunderstorms may bring whirlwinds, lightning, hail, and strong gusts.
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