Typhoon in vietnam 2026

Typhoon Saudel Bulletin – September 1, 2026

Update: september, 1 at 9:00 AM

The tropical depression over the northern East Sea strengthened early this morning into Typhoon Saudel, the fifth typhoon of 2026.

The system remains offshore for now and does not currently pose a direct threat to Vietnam’s mainland, but it is already creating dangerous conditions across the northern East Sea. Its influence is also contributing to very hot and humid weather across northern Vietnam.

Typhoon Saudel Strengthens Over the East Sea

At 4:00 AM on September 1, the center of Typhoon Saudel was located over the western part of the northern East Sea, around 240 km north of the Hoang Sa (Paracel) Islands.

The strongest winds near the center reached level 8, equivalent to around 62–74 km/h, with gusts up to level 10.

Saudel has therefore officially become the fifth typhoon of 2026 in the region.

Another Unusual Forecast Track

Like the previous typhoons, Saudel is expected to follow a relatively complex path.

On September 1 and 2, the typhoon is forecast to move quickly toward the northeast, at around 20 to 25 km/h, heading toward the northern part of the South China Sea.

During this period, its intensity is expected to remain around level 8, with gusts reaching level 10.

From September 3, the track is expected to become slower and more irregular. The typhoon may first turn toward the north-northwest, then gradually toward the west.

Its speed could then drop to just 3 to 5 km/h.

The system is expected to gradually approach China’s Guangdong Province while weakening, before eventually becoming a tropical depression.

Dangerous Seas Around Hoang Sa

The main effects of the typhoon will be felt at sea over the next two days.

Across the northern East Sea, including the waters around Hoang Sa, winds of levels 6 to 7 are expected on September 1 and 2, with gusts reaching levels 8 to 9.

Waves may reach 2 to 4 metres.

Near the center of Saudel, conditions will be more severe:

• level 8 winds;
• gusts up to level 10;
• waves of 3 to 5 metres;
• very rough seas.

Ships operating in the affected area may be exposed to thunderstorms, waterspouts, strong winds and high waves.

Heatwave Across Northern Vietnam

While Saudel remains offshore, northern Vietnam is experiencing a particularly hot and humid day on September 1.

The atmospheric circulation associated with the typhoon is contributing to changes in regional weather patterns and reducing rainfall across much of the North.

With the main exception of Dien Bien, Lai Chau and Son La, many northern provinces and cities are experiencing hot weather.

Maximum temperatures are generally expected to reach 35 to 37°C, with some locations exceeding 37°C.

The heat is expected to gradually ease from September 2.

Thunderstorms in Hue, Quang Tri and Da Nang

In central Vietnam, rainfall is currently concentrated mainly around:

• Quang Tri;
• Hue;
• Da Nang.

Showers and thunderstorms are expected during September 1, with rainfall totals generally ranging from 10 to 30 mm, and locally exceeding 50 mm.

Rainfall should gradually decrease overnight.

Heat Expected to Spread Across Central Vietnam

From September 2, hotter conditions are expected to become more widespread across central Vietnam.

From Thanh Hoa to Da Nang, as well as eastern Quang Ngai Province, maximum temperatures are forecast to reach 35 to 37°C, with some areas exceeding 37°C.

Minimum relative humidity during the hottest part of the day may fall to around 50 to 55%.

The heatwave could continue until around September 3 or 4.

Thunderstorms in the Central Highlands and Southern Vietnam

Across the Central Highlands and southern Vietnam, conditions will remain more unstable.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected during the afternoon and evening of September 1.

Rainfall totals are generally forecast at 10 to 30 mm, with some areas receiving more than 60 mm.

Thunderstorms may be accompanied by:

• strong wind gusts;
• lightning;
• hail;
• localized tornadoes.

Is Vietnam Directly Threatened by Saudel?

At this stage, Typhoon Saudel is not forecast to move directly toward Vietnam’s coastline.

Current forecasts instead show the system moving northeast before gradually approaching the coast of southern China.

The main immediate threat to Vietnam therefore concerns dangerous marine conditions across the northern East Sea.

However, the storm’s track should continue to be monitored because further changes in direction are expected from September 3.

Key Takeaway

Typhoon Saudel has become the fifth typhoon of 2026 and is currently located north of the Hoang Sa Islands.

The system is expected to move quickly northeast at first, before slowing and changing direction from September 3 as it approaches Guangdong, China.

For Vietnam, the main points to watch are:

• dangerous seas around Hoang Sa;
• very hot weather across northern Vietnam on September 1;
• a heatwave spreading into central Vietnam;
• thunderstorms across the Central Highlands and the South.

Although Saudel does not currently pose a direct threat to Vietnam’s mainland, its development should still be monitored over the coming days.