Drivers in winter clothes cross Long Bien Bridge in Hanoi. (Photo: VNA)

The regions will be struck by rain and thunderstorms, with whirlwinds, lightning, hail and strong winds expected in some locations.

Northern and north-central Vietnam will start experiencing biting cold weather until next Tuesday.

Temperatures will range between 10 – 13 degrees Celsius at the lowest and even drop to below zero degree Celsius in high mountains where frost and sleet are also expected.