MANILA – The shear line and the northern monsoon (amihan) are forecast to bring cloudy skies and rain across various parts of the country, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported early Sunday 01 Dec 2024).

In its 4 a.m. bulletin, PAGASA highlighted that the shear line will primarily affect Southern Luzon, resulting in cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms over Metro Manila, Calabarzon, Bicol Region, Eastern and Western Visayas, as well as the provinces of Bulacan, Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, Negros Occidental, and Cebu. Residents are cautioned against potential flash floods and landslides due to moderate to heavy rainfall.

The northern monsoon will continue to impact other areas in Luzon. Cloudy skies with rain are expected in Cagayan Valley, Cordillera Administrative Region, and Aurora province, while Ilocos Region and the rest of Central Luzon may experience isolated light rains.

In Mindanao, the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) will bring cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms over Davao Region, Soccsksargen, Zamboanga Peninsula, Basilan, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, and Palawan.

Localized thunderstorms will bring isolated rainshowers in other parts of the country, with PAGASA advising vigilance for sudden downpours.

Sea and Wind Conditions

Eastern Luzon and Visayas: Rough winds and coastal waters.

Rest of Luzon: Moderate to strong winds with moderate to rough seas.

Rest of the country: Light to moderate winds with slight to moderate coastal waters.

Metro Temperatures

Metro Manila: 23°C – 31°C

Baguio City: 17°C – 23°C

Tagaytay City: 21°C – 29°C

Cebu City: 26°C – 31°C

Davao City: 25°C – 32°C

PAGASA continues to monitor weather systems and advises the public to stay updated through official bulletins.

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