MANILA – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported on Sunday (12 May 2024) that Easterlies are set to bring partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms in Metro Manila and the rest of the country.
However, the dangerous heat index persists in 32 areas nationwide.
Eastern Visayas is expected to experience cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms, potentially heavy in the afternoon, according to PAGASA’s morning weather bulletin.
No weather disturbance is anticipated to affect the country.
Regarding wind and coastal water conditions, Northern Luzon and the rest of the country are forecasted to experience light to moderate winds, with no gale warning raised.
Despite the forecast of isolated rain showers, PAGASA warned of soaring heat index readings in 32 areas across the country, ranging from 42°C to 46°C.
Classified as having “dangerous” temperatures are areas including NAIA in Pasay City, Tuguegarao City in Cagayan, and Iloilo City, among others.
Laoag, Ilocos Norte, is expected to record the highest heat index at 46°C.
The heat index, or apparent temperature, factors in humidity and air temperature to indicate how hot the body feels.
PAGASA cautioned that prolonged exposure and activity under the sun could lead to fatigue, heat cramps, and heat stroke.
(el Amigo/MNM)
