MANILA — The Northeast Monsoon is currently affecting Extreme Northern Luzon, while the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) is bringing cloudy skies, scattered rains, and thunderstorms to Mindanao, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported today, November 25, 2024.

Weather Forecast:

Mindanao: Expect cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms caused by the ITCZ. The region may experience moderate to heavy rainfall at times, which could lead to flash floods or landslides in vulnerable areas.

Batanes, Cagayan, and Apayao: These areas are under the influence of the Northeast Monsoon, with cloudy skies and rain showers expected. Flash floods and landslides are possible due to moderate to at times heavy rainfall.

Metro Manila and the Rest of the Country: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies are forecast, with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms expected. Localized thunderstorms may lead to flash floods or landslides, particularly during periods of intense rainfall.

Wind and Coastal Conditions:

Extreme Northern Luzon: Strong northeast winds are expected, with rough coastal waters (waves ranging from 2.8 to 4.0 meters).

Rest of Northern Luzon: Moderate to strong northeast winds will prevail, creating moderate to rough coastal conditions (waves from 1.5 to 3.4 meters).

Elsewhere in the Country: Light to moderate northeast winds will cause slight to moderate coastal conditions, with wave heights ranging from 0.6 to 2.5 meters.

Temperature and Humidity:

Maximum Temperature: 31.3°C (recorded at 11:00 AM)

Minimum Temperature: 23.6°C (recorded at 2:00 AM)

Humidity Levels: Relative humidity ranged from a high of 89% at 2:00 AM to a low of 56% at 11:00 AM.

Tides and Astronomical Information:

PAGASA also provided updates on tidal conditions over Metro Manila and other regions, but specific data for these areas is not yet available at the time of this report.

Safety Advisory:

Due to the potential for heavy rainfall, strong winds, and rough seas, residents in affected regions, particularly in flood-prone areas, are advised to stay updated on weather alerts. Fishermen and those planning sea travel are urged to exercise caution, especially in Northern Luzon, where conditions are expected to be more hazardous.

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