MANILA — The influence of the northeast monsoon, known as “amihan,” persisting in Northern and Central Luzon, coupled with the prevailing easterlies across the rest of the country, is set to bring overcast conditions with sporadic rain showers to various regions, as reported by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Thursday.
According to PAGASA’s 4 a.m. weather bulletin, Cagayan Valley, Aurora, and Quezon will encounter cloudy skies accompanied by rain due to the impact of the northeast monsoon. Meanwhile, the Visayas, Mindanao, Bicol Region, and Mimaropa can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, attributed to the easterlies and localized atmospheric disturbances.
PAGASA cautioned that severe thunderstorms could lead to flash floods or landslides in susceptible areas.
In Metro Manila and other Luzon areas, partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains are anticipated due to the lingering effect of the northeast monsoon.
Moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough seas are expected in Luzon and the eastern sections of Visayas and Mindanao, while the rest of the archipelago will experience light to moderate winds and slight to moderate seas.
Temperature projections for key locations include Metro Manila ranging from 23°C to 31°C, Baguio City at 17°C to 25°C, Laoag City at 25°C to 33°C, Legazpi City at 25°C to 30°C, Metro Cebu at 25°C to 30°C, Puerto Princesa City at 26°C to 32°C, and Metro Davao at 25°C to 33°C.
(JR AMIGO/IA/MNM)
