Brian Jeffrey
Typhoon Tra Mi Update
As reported by the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, Typhoon Tra Mi is currently located over the East Sea.
At 1 AM on October 23, the typhoon’s coordinates were approximately 15.2°N latitude and 125.4°E longitude, situated in the eastern waters of Central Philippines. It is experiencing maximum sustained winds of level 9 (75-88 km/h), with gusts reaching up to level 11. The typhoon is advancing northwest at a speed of about 20 km/h.
In the upcoming hours, Tra Mi is anticipated to maintain its northwest trajectory, moving at roughly 15 km/h. By 1 AM on October 24, its center is projected to be at around 17.1°N latitude and 122.1°E longitude over land east of Luzon Island, Philippines, with estimated wind strength of level 10 and gusts of level 12.
Forecasts indicate that the typhoon’s intensity is expected to increase.
Current Weather Conditions in Northeast Vietnam
Northeast Vietnam is currently under the influence of cold air. In Bach Long Vi, winds from the northeast are at level 6, with gusts reaching level 7.
The cold air will persist on October 23, affecting Northeast Vietnam, North Central Vietnam, parts of Northwest Vietnam, and Central North Central regions. Northeastern winds will start at level 3 and enhance to levels 4-5 along coastal areas.
Due to this cold front, Thanh Hoa and Nghe An provinces will experience cooler temperatures. Starting the night of October 23, nights and mornings will see significant temperature drops, especially in mountainous regions, leading to chilly conditions.
Expected low temperatures in Northern Vietnam will be between 19-21°C, with mountainous areas potentially dropping to 17-19°C, and the higher mountains below 16°C. In Thanh Hoa and Nghe An, the temperatures are forecasted to be around 20-23°C.
Sea Conditions
In the North East Sea, including regions around the Paracel Islands, strong northeast winds at level 6 will occasionally increase to level 7. The eastern waters may also see winds from level 6-7, with gusts up to level 8-9. Sea conditions are expected to be rough, producing waves between 3 to 6 meters high. In the Gulf of Tonkin, northeast winds will blow at level 6 with gusts up to level 8-9, resulting in rough sea with waves from 2 to 3.5 meters.
Rain Forecasts for October 23
On October 23, areas ranging from southern Nghe An to Thua Thien Hue are predicted to experience rainfall, varying from moderate to heavy in certain spots, accompanied by thunderstorms. These storms may generate whirlwinds, lightning, and strong gusty winds.
Weather Outlook Summary
Generally, the day will be partly cloudy and sunny, with no nighttime rain. Winds from the northeast at level 3, leading to:
- Lowest Temperature: 20-22°C
- Highest Temperature: 28-30°C
On another note, conditions will be mostly clear during the day but may see some nighttime rain. Winds will be light:
- Lowest Temperature: 18-21°C
- Highest Temperature: 29-32°C
Partly cloudy and sunny with little to no rain expected at night. Coastal areas will see winds at levels 4-5:
- Lowest Temperature: 19-22°C
- Highest Temperature: 27-30°C
A mostly cloudy forecast, with rain and thunderstorms anticipated, has been issued. Nighttime will see light rain in the north and scattered storms in the south, with:
- Lowest Temperature: 20-23°C
- Highest Temperature: 27-30°C (some areas may exceed 30°C)
Another partly cloudy outlook, with scattered rain and thunderstorms expected, particularly in southern regions:
- Lowest Temperature: 21-24°C
- Highest Temperature: 28-31°C
Some areas may see scattered showers and thunderstorms, primarily in the south:
- Lowest Temperature: 19-22°C
- Highest Temperature: 27-30°C
Lastly, partly cloudy conditions are expected, with possible rainfall and thunderstorms spread throughout some areas:
- Lowest Temperature: 23-26°C
- Highest Temperature: 30-33°C
