--- title: "Typhoon Tracker Vietnam" description: "Typhoon tracker for Vietnam with a live storm map. See current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks." url: "https://www.rainviewer.com/storm-tracker/vietnam.html" language: "en-US" --- # Typhoon Tracker Vietnam The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer shows storm tracks on one map for Vietnam and the South China Sea. ## Current typhoons near Vietnam Vietnam has a long coast on the South China Sea, from the Gulf of Tonkin in the north to the Mekong Delta in the south. The central coast, near Da Nang and Hue, faces the sea directly. This list names each active tropical storm or typhoon near Vietnam, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page. No active tropical storm or typhoon is listed near Vietnam. Last updated: 13:31 UTC, 12 Nov 2026 [See storms in other regions →](https://www.rainviewer.com/storm-tracker/) ## How RainViewer shows storms Vietnam's National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting publishes the official weather warnings and storm information for Vietnam. The Storm Tracks layer on the RainViewer map shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer does not replace official warnings. - See the full storm path Tap any point on the path to see wind speed, category, and direction at that point. - Read the category in one place Open any storm to see its category and intensity. - Get a notification when a storm approaches RainViewer sends a Tropical Storm Alert when a storm approaches your area. ## When is typhoon season in Vietnam? Typhoon activity in Vietnam is strongest from July to October, when most typhoons in the northwest Pacific form and make landfall. The Japan Meteorological Agency names each typhoon in the basin. A typhoon starts as a cluster of thunderstorms over warm ocean water. Warm, moist air rises from the sea surface. The air pressure near the surface drops, and more air flows in. The rotation of the Earth makes this air spin, counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organize. A system with a closed circulation is called a tropical depression. It becomes a tropical storm when its winds strengthen, and the Japan Meteorological Agency gives it a name. It becomes a typhoon when its winds reach typhoon strength. Sea temperatures around Vietnam are highest in late summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Typhoons that reach Vietnam often form over the warm water of the Philippine Sea or the South China Sea. Typhoons reach Vietnam from the east, across the South China Sea, and many cross the Philippines first. ## Storms in nearby regions Looking for storms near Vietnam? See the typhoon trackers for China, Laos, Cambodia, or open the tracker for all regions. - [China](https://www.rainviewer.com/storm-tracker/china.html) - [Laos](https://www.rainviewer.com/storm-tracker/laos.html) - [Cambodia](https://www.rainviewer.com/storm-tracker/cambodia.html) [Typhoon tracker for all storms →](https://www.rainviewer.com/storm-tracker/typhoons/) ## Typhoon Strength, From Depression To Violent Typhoon - Tropical Depression (under 63 km/h) Rain bands and gusty wind. No name assigned yet. - Tropical Storm (63–88 km/h) The storm gets a name. Heavy rain and local flooding. - Severe Tropical Storm (89–117 km/h) Downed trees and power lines, rough seas along the coast. - Typhoon (118–156 km/h) Roof damage, widespread power outages, storm surge on exposed coasts. - Very Strong Typhoon (157–193 km/h) Serious damage to buildings, flooding and landslides inland. - Violent Typhoon (194 km/h or higher) Destruction of weak structures, long-term loss of power and water. ## FAQ ### Where can I see current typhoons near Vietnam? The typhoon tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near Vietnam, and the list under the map names each active storm near Vietnam. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near Vietnam are listed further down the page. ### When is typhoon season in Vietnam, and which months are busiest? Typhoon activity in Vietnam is strongest from July to October, when most typhoons in the northwest Pacific form and make landfall, and the Japan Meteorological Agency names each typhoon. The Japan Meteorological Agency is the regional warning centre for the basin. Typhoons reach Vietnam from the east, across the South China Sea, and many cross the Philippines first. ### Which official source issues typhoon warnings for Vietnam? Vietnam’s National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting publishes the official weather warnings for Vietnam, and the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) publishes forecasts and advisories for every active storm in the northwest Pacific basin. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. The JMA is the source for official basin forecasts. ### What does the forecast cone show on the Vietnam map? The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the center of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the center, so areas outside the cone can still have storm effects. The cone is part of the Storm Tracks layer, together with the current position, the past path, and the forecast path. ### Where can I see rain radar for Vietnam? RainViewer shows rain radar for Vietnam, and the [Vietnam weather radar page](https://www.rainviewer.com/radars/vietnam.html) lists radar coverage and links to city radar pages. RainViewer updates radar every 5 minutes. Radar shows rain inside a storm. The Storm Tracks layer shows where the storm is moving.