Vinh rainfall breaks 41-year record amid heavy flooding

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Vietnam is experiencing significant weather disturbances, highlighted by record-breaking rainfall in Vinh, Nghe An Province. On September 19, 2026, the Vinh station recorded 399 mm of rain, breaking a 41-year September record previously held by a 387.9 mm measurement from 1985. This extreme downpour caused severe flooding on major streets, stalling numerous vehicles and disrupting traffic.

Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall has affected a broad corridor from Nghe An to Quang Tri. Other notable measurements include 157 mm in Ho Xuan Hoa, Ha Tinh, and 146 mm in Dong Hoi, Quang Tri. The intense weather has led to flooding in residential areas, such as the GreenView 2 apartment basement in Nghe An, which submerged approximately 30 motorbikes and other property under 2 meters of water.

Meteorologists warn that the country may face 8 to 10 more heavy rain periods through the end of 2026. Forecasts indicate continued heavy rain and thunderstorms for the South Central Coast, Central Highlands, and Southern Vietnam through late September, posing risks of flash floods, landslides, and localized flooding. From early 2026 to mid-September, natural disasters in Vietnam have resulted in 63 deaths and disappearances.

Entities

Department of Dike Management and Disaster Prevention · Department of Disaster Management and Prevention · GreenView 2 · Hanoi · Ho Chi Minh City · Hue · Hà Tĩnh · National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting · Nghệ An · Quang Tri · Thanh Hóa · Vietnam

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[● 2 SOURCES] Thunderstorms may bring risks of tornadoes, lightning, and strong wind gusts.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected from Thanh Hoa to Hue, with some areas experiencing very heavy rainfall.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Ho Chi Minh City is forecast to have moderate to very heavy rain in the afternoon and evening.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Forecasts indicate widespread showers and thunderstorms across Vietnam on September 19.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Southern Vietnam and Lâm Đồng province are forecast to see rainfall between 20-40mm, with local areas exceeding 80mm.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Rainfall in Nghệ An, Hà Tĩnh, Quảng Trị, and Huế is expected to reach between 20-40mm, with some areas exceeding 70mm.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 19,007 houses have been flooded due to heavy rain and floods.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Flooding has damaged 26,350 hectares of rice, crops, and vegetables.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Several rivers in Thanh Hoa and Ninh Binh are currently above alarm level 3.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Heavy rain and landslides in Phu Tho province resulted in 3 deaths.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Heavy rain in Ho Chi Minh City has caused deep flooding and fast-flowing water on several streets.
[● 3 SOURCES] Southern Vietnam and Lam Dong province are expected to experience heavy to very heavy rain in the afternoon and evening.