Damp weather is a fairly common weather phenomenon in the provinces of Northern Vietnam. But what exactly is it, and why do people dislike it so much? To find out more about it and ways to care for your home during damp weather, check out the article below.
1. Explaining the phenomenon of humidity in Northern Vietnam
Damp weather is a characteristic weather phenomenon of the eastern provinces of the Northern Red River Delta, occurring when the air humidity reaches over 90%. At this time, there are warning signs around houses such as dew on the surface of walls, floors, and furniture. The cause is the very high humidity in the air, causing water to condense and accumulate on any surface it can adhere to. Therefore, damp weather greatly affects daily activities and human health.
2. When does damp weather occur?
Damp weather usually begins in February and lasts until the end of April. The duration of dampness also varies, not fixed to any specific time. Some periods may last for a few days, while others may stretch for an entire week. Typically, around February, there are about 4 - 5 episodes of damp weather of varying durations.
Depending on the temperature difference between surface and air temperature, the level of dampness will vary. The greater the temperature difference, the more prevalent the dampness, and vice versa.
3. How does damp weather affect daily life?
Impact on homes
During damp weather, homes often become damp or even waterlogged, especially in areas like floors, staircases, and glass doors. You can distinctly feel the dampness and slipperiness of the living environment during this time.
If your home lacks good waterproofing and moisture-proofing design, damp weather will lead to moldy walls or even worse, break the adhesion of mortar, paint... allowing bacteria and mold to thrive even more vigorously. Therefore, upon detection, you need to learn how to deal with moldy walls promptly to avoid unpleasant consequences.4. Ways to remedy damp homes during damp weather
Damp weather can be quite unpleasant, but there are ways to alleviate it. Here are some ways to care for your home: