MANILA – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has reported that both the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) and the northeast monsoon, or amihan, will persist in affecting various parts of the country on Friday (27 Dec 2024).
According to PAGASA’s 4 a.m. bulletin, the ITCZ will bring cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms to several regions, including Mindanao, the Visayas, Palawan, Masbate, Catanduanes, Albay, and Sorsogon.
Meanwhile, amihan will bring cloudy skies and rains over northern Luzon, particularly in Cagayan Valley, the Cordillera Administrative Region, and Ilocos Norte.
The rest of the Ilocos Region is expected to see partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains due to the northeast monsoon.
Metro Manila and other parts of the country will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with the possibility of isolated rain showers or thunderstorms caused by localized weather disturbances.
PAGASA has issued warnings for potential flash floods and landslides, especially in areas experiencing moderate to heavy rains. Additionally, strong northeast winds and rough coastal waters are expected in northern Luzon.
The public is advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions against possible weather-related hazards.
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MANILA – The northeast monsoon or “amihan” continues to affect parts of Northern Luzon, bringing light to moderate rains, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
Forecaster Rhea Torres reported that while the shear line caused heavy rains in recent days, it will not affect any part of the country on Thursday (26 Dec 2024).
However, its influence is expected to return by Friday and persist over the next few days.
The rest of the country may experience isolated thunderstorms, but no low-pressure area (LPA) is being monitored inside or outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), Torres added.
Temperature Forecasts Across Key Cities
Metro Manila: 23°C to 31°C
Baguio City: 17°C to 24°C
Laoag City: 24°C to 31°C
Tagaytay City: 22°C to 29°C
Legazpi City: 25°C to 31°C
Iloilo City: 25°C to 31°C
Cagayan de Oro: 25°C to 30°C
Puerto Princesa City: 25°C to 31°C
Metro Cebu: 26°C to 31°C
Metro Davao: 24°C to 31°C
Despite the reduced impact of the northeast monsoon, PAGASA advises the public to stay updated on weather developments.
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Manila – A shear line and the northeast monsoon are expected to bring “heavy to intense” rainfall to parts of Luzon, particularly Quezon, Catanduanes, Camarines Norte, and Northern Samar, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said in its 5 a.m. bulletin on Tuesday (24 Dec 20224).
Moderate to heavy rains will also affect Aurora, Camarines Sur, Albay, Sorsogon, Marinduque, Romblon, Masbate, Eastern Samar, and Samar. The rest of Calabarzon and Mimaropa will experience cloudy skies, scattered rains, and isolated thunderstorms due to the shear line.
Metro Manila, Cagayan Valley, Cordillera Administrative Region, Bulacan, and Nueva Ecija will see cloudy skies with rain from the northeast monsoon, while the rest of Luzon will have partly cloudy skies with isolated light rains.
Localized thunderstorms are expected in other regions of the country, with partly cloudy to cloudy skies and isolated rain showers.
PAGASA also issued a warning for rough to very rough sea conditions in Northern Luzon and the eastern parts of Central and Southern Luzon, caused by strong to gale-force winds. The Visayas, the rest of Luzon, and northeastern Mindanao will experience moderate to strong winds and rough coastal waters.
In weather updates, PAGASA forecaster Rhea Torres confirmed that Tropical Storm Pabuki (formerly Romina), now outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), no longer poses a threat. Torres also stated that no new low-pressure areas have been monitored within or outside PAR.
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MANILA – Three (3) weather systems are expected to bring rain across the country on Monday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
Tropical Depression Romina, which previously affected the Kalayaan Islands, is no longer within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). As of 4 a.m., Romina was located 165 km west of Pag-asa Island in Kalayaan, Palawan.
It was packing maximum sustained winds of 55 kph near its center and gustiness of up to 70 kph. While the storm no longer directly impacts the country, its trough will continue to bring scattered rains and thunderstorms across Palawan.
The shear line will also cause scattered rains across the Visayas, Bicol Region, Calabarzon, and the rest of Mimaropa. PAGASA has forecast that the northeast monsoon, or “amihan,” will bring rains over Metro Manila, Cagayan Valley, the Cordillera Administrative Region, Aurora, Bulacan, and Nueva Ecija. Isolated light rains are expected to affect the rest of Luzon.
Mindanao will experience isolated rain showers due to localized thunderstorms.
Strong to gale-force winds and rough to very rough seas are expected in northern Luzon and the eastern sections of central and southern Luzon.
The Visayas, the rest of Luzon, and northeastern Mindanao will experience moderate to strong winds, with moderate to rough seas.
Northern Samar is expected to receive heavy to intense rains, while the rest of Mindanao will see light to moderate winds and slight to moderate seas.
PAGASA advises the public to remain alert for any further weather updates.
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MANILA – Several areas across the country will experience varying levels of rainfall due to the influence of three active weather systems, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) in its 4 a.m. Saturday bulletin.
The shear line is expected to cause cloudy skies with scattered rains and isolated thunderstorms over the Visayas, Calabarzon, Mimaropa, the Bicol region, and the Dinagat Islands.
Metro Manila, Cagayan Valley, the Cordillera region, Aurora, Nueva Ecija, and Bulacan will see cloudy skies accompanied by rains brought by the northeast monsoon, locally known as “amihan.”
Meanwhile, the Zamboanga Peninsula, Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi will experience cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to the trough of a low-pressure area (LPA). The same system will also bring partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms over the rest of Mindanao.
Elsewhere, Luzon will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains as a result of the northeast monsoon.
PAGASA also warns of strong winds and rough seas in the eastern section of Southern Luzon. Moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough seas are expected over the Visayas, the rest of Luzon, and northeastern Mindanao. The remaining areas of Mindanao will experience light to moderate winds with slight to moderate seas.
Residents in affected areas are advised to take necessary precautions against potential flooding or landslides caused by heavy rains. Seafarers are also urged to monitor weather updates and exercise caution in affected coastal waters.
Stay updated through PAGASA’s weather advisories for real-time information.
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MANILA – Wet weather will dominate most parts of the Philippines on Friday (20 Dec 2024) as three weather systems bring rains and thunderstorms across the country, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported.
A low-pressure area (LPA) located off the coast of Mahinog, Camiguin, as of 3 a.m., is expected to cause scattered rains and thunderstorms in the Visayas, Mindanao, and Palawan. The LPA, previously known as Tropical Depression Querubin, has a medium chance of intensifying into a tropical cyclone within 24 hours, according to PAGASA forecaster Obet Badrina.
“It may develop into a tropical cyclone by Sunday as it moves out of the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR),” Badrina noted.
Areas Likely to Experience Intense Rainfall
Heavy to intense rains are forecast in the following areas:
Bicol Region: Catanduanes, Albay, Sorsogon
Eastern Visayas: Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Samar, Biliran, Leyte, Southern Leyte
Moderate to heavy rains are also expected in:
Southern Luzon: Quezon, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Masbate, Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon
Western Visayas: Aklan, Capiz, Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, Siquijor, Cebu, Bohol
Zamboanga Peninsula: Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay
Northern Mindanao and Caraga: Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, Camiguin, Agusan del Norte, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte
Weather Impact on Luzon
The shear line affecting the eastern portion of Southern Luzon will cause scattered rains and thunderstorms in the Bicol Region, Quezon, and MIMAROPA. Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon (“amihan”) will bring light rains to Cagayan Valley, the Cordillera Administrative Region, Aurora, and the rest of Luzon.
Rough Seas and Strong Winds
Strong winds and rough seas are expected along the northern and western coasts of Northern Luzon. Moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough waters will affect the Visayas and the rest of Luzon. Mindanao will experience light to moderate winds and seas.
PAGASA advises the public, especially those in flood-prone areas, to remain vigilant for potential flash floods and landslides.
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MANILA — Tropical Depression Querubin weakened into a low-pressure area (LPA) on Wednesday afternoon, but the threat of heavy to intense rainfall remains for parts of the Visayas and Mindanao, as indicated by the latest advisory from the government weather bureau for Thursday (19 Nov 2024).
According to weather specialist Daniel James Villamil, although the system has weakened, it will continue to bring significant rainfall across the eastern sections of Visayas and Mindanao.
The trough or extension of the LPA will also result in cloudy skies and scattered rain showers, as well as thunderstorms, throughout the rest of the Visayas and Mindanao.
In a weather update issued at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) warned that heavy to intense rainfall would be experienced on Thursday (19 Dec 2024) in the provinces of Sorsogon, Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Samar, Leyte, Southern Leyte, Biliran, Dinagat Islands, and Surigao del Norte.
This volume of rainfall could trigger floods and landslides, particularly in areas with moderate to high susceptibility to such hazards.
As of 4 p.m. on Wednesday, the LPA was located approximately 275 kilometers east of Surigao City in Surigao del Norte.
Thursday through Sunday
Pagasa noted that from Thursday through Sunday, the LPA is expected to traverse across Mindanao, heading toward the Sulu Sea and eventually reaching Palawan.
Residents in affected regions are advised to remain vigilant and prepared for possible disruptions caused by the continuing rainfall and the risk of flooding and landslides.
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MANILA — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported Wednesday that Tropical Depression Querubin and the shearline will bring widespread rains to the Visayas and Mindanao.
Davao Oriental remains under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 and will continue to experience rains with gusty winds. As of 4 a.m., Querubin was located 230 km east of Davao City or 205 km east of Tagum City, Davao del Norte, packing maximum sustained winds of 45 kph and gusts of up to 55 kph.
PAGASA forecasts scattered rains and thunderstorms over Eastern Visayas, Caraga, and the Davao Region. The shearline will also cause similar weather in the Bicol Region and Quezon. The rest of the Visayas and Mindanao will be affected by Querubin’s trough.
Heavy to Intense Rains Forecast
Heavy to intense rainfall is expected over Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and Davao Oriental. Moderate to heavy rains will affect the Bicol Region, Quezon, Samar, Biliran, Leyte, Southern Leyte, Cebu, Bohol, Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Misamis Oriental, Davao de Oro, and Davao del Norte.
Querubin is predicted to weaken into a low-pressure area (LPA) within 24 hours, potentially traversing Mindanao, the Sulu Sea, and Palawan from Thursday through Sunday.
PAGASA also warned of possible redevelopment into a tropical depression once the remnant low reaches the West Philippine Sea.
Moderate to strong winds and rough coastal waters will affect the northern, eastern, and western sections of the country, while light to moderate winds with slight to moderate seas will prevail elsewhere.
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MANILA – Rains will spread across most of the Philippines today, Monday (16 Dec 2024), driven by three weather systems, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
The shearline over southern Luzon will bring scattered rains and thunderstorms to Quezon, Marinduque, Oriental Mindoro, and the Bicol region.
The intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) will cause similar weather across Eastern and Central Visayas, Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, Caraga, and Davao Region.
Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon, or “amihan,” will bring rains to Cagayan Valley, the Cordillera Administrative Region, and Aurora.
PAGASA warns that moderate to heavy rains in these areas could trigger flash floods or landslides.
Other parts of Mindanao and Luzon will see isolated rain showers due to the ITCZ and northeast monsoon. The rest of the Visayas will experience localized thunderstorms.
Additionally, strong winds and rough seas are expected in Northern and Central Luzon, while moderate to strong winds and rough coastal conditions are forecast across the rest of Luzon, as well as the eastern Visayas and Mindanao.
Elsewhere, light to moderate winds and slight to moderate seas are anticipated.
PAGASA also confirmed that no low-pressure areas are being monitored for potential tropical cyclone development.
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MANILA — The shear line and the northeast monsoon, or amihan, are expected to bring significant rainfall and potential hazards to parts of Northern and Eastern Luzon, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported on Saturday (14 Dec 2024).
In its 4 a.m. weather bulletin, PAGASA said the shear line will cause cloudy skies, scattered rains, and isolated thunderstorms over Quezon province and the Bicol Region.
Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon will bring cloudy skies and continuous rains over Cagayan Valley, Apayao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Ifugao, and Aurora. PAGASA warned that moderate to heavy rainfall in these areas may lead to flash floods or landslides.
The amihan will also cause partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains in the Ilocos Region, the Cordillera Administrative Region, and Central Luzon.
Metro Manila and the rest of the country can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to easterly winds.
Rough Seas Warning for Northern Luzon
PAGASA issued a warning for strong to gale-force winds and rough to very rough seas in Northern Luzon. Mariners, particularly those with small vessels, are advised against sea travel in the northern seaboards of Batanes, Babuyan Islands, and Ilocos Norte. Waves in these areas may reach heights between 3.1 and 4.5 meters.
Moderate to strong winds and corresponding sea conditions will affect Central Luzon, while the rest of the country will experience lighter winds and calmer seas.
Stay updated and take necessary precautions for potential weather disruptions.
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MANILA – Three distinct weather systems are expected to cause rains in various parts of the Philippines on Friday (13 Dec 2024), the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported.
Southern Mindanao: The intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) will bring scattered rains and thunderstorms, particularly in Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi.
Bicol Region and Quezon: The easterlies will trigger similar weather conditions in these areas.
Northern and Central Luzon: The northeast monsoon (“amihan”) will result in light rains over Cagayan Valley, Apayao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, and Ifugao, with isolated rains likely in Ilocos Region, Central Luzon, and the rest of the Cordillera Administrative Region.
PAGASA warned of possible flash floods and landslides in areas experiencing moderate to heavy rainfall.
The rest of the country will see isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to the easterlies.
Marine Conditions
Moderate to strong winds with moderate to rough seas are forecast in Northern Luzon.
Light to moderate winds and slight to moderate coastal waters are expected elsewhere.
No low-pressure areas are currently being monitored for potential cyclone development.
Please stay tuned for more weather advisories.
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MANILA — Rains will continue affecting parts of the Philippines, including Metro Manila, on Wednesday (11 Dec 2024) due to the influence of three weather systems.
The shear line impacting the eastern sections of Central and Southern Luzon will bring scattered rains and isolated thunderstorms to areas such as Metro Manila, Calabarzon, Nueva Ecija, Bulacan, Aurora, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, and Catanduanes. Heavy to intense rainfall is expected in Quezon and Camarines Norte, while Aurora will experience moderate to heavy rains.
Meanwhile, the easterlies will cause scattered rains and thunderstorms in Eastern Samar, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, and Surigao del Sur.
The northeast monsoon (“amihan”) will bring rains to Cagayan Valley, Apayao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, and Ifugao. PAGASA warns that moderate to heavy rains in these regions may lead to flash floods or landslides.
Additionally, the easterlies will bring isolated light rains to the Ilocos Region, Central Luzon, and the rest of the Cordillera Administrative Region. The rest of the country may experience isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.
Winds will be moderate to strong, with moderate to rough seas forecast for Luzon and the eastern sections of the Visayas and Mindanao. Other regions will see light to moderate winds with slight to moderate coastal waters.
PAGASA advises the public to remain cautious of possible hazards associated with heavy rains.
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MANILA – Several regions in the Philippines will continue to experience persistent rain today (Tuesday, 10 Dec 2024) due to the combined effects of a shearline and the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported.
The shearline, currently affecting the eastern sections of Central and Southern Luzon, is forecast to bring scattered rain showers and isolated thunderstorms to Metro Manila, Calabarzon, Bicol Region, Marinduque, Oriental Mindoro, Bulacan, and Aurora.
Meanwhile, the ITCZ will impact the western sections of Mindanao and Palawan, resulting in scattered rain showers and thunderstorms over Zamboanga del Norte and Palawan.
PAGASA has issued a warning for heavy to intense rainfall in Quezon and Camarines Norte, while Aurora, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Albay, and Sorsogon are expected to experience moderate to heavy rainfall. These conditions increase the risk of flash floods and landslides in these areas.
Monsoon Effects in Northern Luzon
Due to the northeast monsoon (Amihan), Cagayan Valley, Apayao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, and Ifugao will experience steady rain, while isolated light showers are likely in Ilocos Region, the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), and Central Luzon.
Gale Force Winds and Coastal Warnings
Strong to gale-force winds will sweep across Northern Luzon and the eastern parts of Central and Southern Luzon, making coastal waters hazardous. Moderate to strong winds with moderate to rough seas are also expected in the rest of Luzon, and the eastern sections of the Visayas and Mindanao.
For other parts of the country, light to moderate winds and slight to moderate sea conditions are anticipated.
Residents in affected areas are advised to stay alert, monitor PAGASA updates, and take precautionary measures against potential flooding, landslides, and hazardous sea conditions.
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MANILA – Most parts of the Philippines are expected to experience rain showers on Monday, December 9, as three weather systems influence the country’s weather, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
In its 4 a.m. bulletin, PAGASA reported that the shear line, intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ), and the northeast monsoon (amihan) are affecting various regions, bringing scattered rains and thunderstorms.
The shear line is responsible for scattered rains and thunderstorms over the Bicol Region, Marinduque, Romblon, Oriental Mindoro, Batangas, Laguna, Rizal, Quezon, and Aurora. Meanwhile, the ITCZ is impacting the Visayas, Mindanao, and Palawan with similar weather conditions.
PAGASA forecasts moderate to heavy rains in Quezon, Aurora, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Albay, Sorsogon, Marinduque, Oriental Mindoro, Palawan, Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, and Dinagat Islands. These areas are warned of potential flash floods and landslides due to the heavy precipitation.
The northeast monsoon is expected to bring rains to the Cagayan Valley and the Cordillera Administrative Region. Isolated light rains are also anticipated over the Ilocos Region and Central Luzon. Other parts of the country may experience isolated rain showers caused by localized thunderstorms.
Despite the current weather conditions, PAGASA noted that no low-pressure area is being monitored for cyclone formation at this time. However, strong to gale-force winds and rough seas are expected in northern Luzon and the eastern parts of central and southern Luzon.
Residents in affected areas are advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions against potential hazards, including flash floods and landslides. Stay informed through local news updates and PAGASA bulletins for the latest weather information.
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MANILA – The Philippines will continue to experience widespread rainfall due to the combined effects of three weather systems: the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), the shear line, and the northeast monsoon or amihan, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
In its 5 a.m. bulletin on Sunday (08 Dec 2024), PAGASA warned that Mindanao, Eastern Visayas, Central Visayas, the Negros Island Region, and Palawan will experience cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms brought by the ITCZ.
Residents in these areas are advised to prepare for potential flash floods or landslides due to moderate to heavy rainfall.
Shear line
Meanwhile, the shear line is expected to cause cloudy conditions with scattered rain showers and isolated thunderstorms in Isabela, Aurora, Quezon, Camarines Norte, and Camarines Sur.
In northern Luzon, the amihan will bring cloudy skies and rain to Apayao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Ifugao, and the rest of the Cagayan Valley.
Though rainfall will be moderate, PAGASA warns of the possibility of localized flooding or landslides in these mountainous areas.
The northeast monsoon will also influence Ilocos Region and the remaining parts of the Cordillera Administrative Region, though no significant impact is expected in these areas.
PAGASA also reported that extreme northern Luzon will face strong to gale-force winds coming from the northeast, leading to rough to very rough coastal waters with waves ranging between 3.4 to 5 meters. Mariners and fisherfolk in these areas are advised to take caution.
Residents across the affected regions are encouraged to stay updated through PAGASA’s advisories and to prepare for potential weather-related disruptions.
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MANILA — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecasts continued rainfall in several areas Saturday (07 Dec 2024) due to three weather systems affecting the country.
In its early morning bulletin, PAGASA reported that:
Shear Line: Cagayan, Isabela, and Apayao will experience cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms.
Northeast Monsoon: Batanes will have cloudy skies with light rain.
Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ): Caraga and the Davao Region will also see cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms.
Other regions can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms caused by localized weather disturbances.
PAGASA warned of moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough seas in Northern Luzon, while the rest of the country will experience light to moderate winds and slight to moderate seas.
Stay updated and take necessary precautions against sudden weather changes.
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MANILA – The Cordillera Administrative Region, Cagayan, and Isabela remain under the grip of persistent rains due to the shear line and the northeast monsoon (amihan), the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported on Friday (06 Dec 2024).
The shear line is expected to bring scattered rain showers and thunderstorms to these areas, with moderate to heavy rainfall raising the risk of flash floods and landslides, according to PAGASA’s latest weather bulletin.
In Batanes, light rains brought by the northeast monsoon will prevail, while localized thunderstorms will cause isolated rain showers across the rest of the country.
On a brighter note, PAGASA confirmed that no low-pressure area is currently being monitored for potential cyclone development.
Northern Luzon will experience moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough seas, while the rest of the country can expect light to moderate winds and slight to moderate seas.
Residents in affected areas are advised to stay vigilant and monitor weather updates for any changes.
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MANILA – Northern Luzon remains under the grip of rainy weather as several areas continue to experience showers and thunderstorms, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported on Thursday (05 Dec 2024).
The shear line, currently affecting the eastern section of Northern Luzon, is expected to bring scattered rains and isolated thunderstorms across the Cordillera Administrative Region, Ilocos Norte, and Cagayan Valley.
Moderate to heavy rains are particularly forecast for Cagayan, Isabela, Apayao, and Kalinga, prompting PAGASA to issue warnings for potential flash floods and landslides in these areas. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and follow local authorities’ advisories.
Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon (amihan) will continue to influence weather conditions in extreme Northern Luzon, bringing light rains to Batanes.
For the rest of the country, isolated rain showers and thunderstorms caused by localized weather systems are expected.
In terms of sea conditions, moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough seas will prevail over Northern Luzon, making maritime travel risky in these areas. In other regions, winds will be light to moderate with slight to moderate seas, according to PAGASA.
As the rains persist, residents are reminded to stay updated on the latest weather advisories and prepare for possible disruptions caused by flooding or landslides.
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MANILA – Rains are expected to affect parts of Luzon on Wednesday (04 Dec 2024) due to two prevailing weather systems, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
The shearline is forecast to bring scattered rains and isolated thunderstorms across the Cordillera Administrative Region, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, and Cagayan Valley. PAGASA noted that heavy to intense rains may occur in Cagayan and Isabela, with moderate to heavy rains likely in Isabela and Apayao.
Communities in these areas are advised to remain vigilant, as flash floods or landslides could occur due to the persistent rainfall.
Meanwhile, Batanes is expected to experience isolated light rains caused by the northeast monsoon or “amihan.”
For the rest of the country, localized thunderstorms may bring isolated rain showers, although no significant weather disturbance is expected.
Northern Luzon will also see moderate to strong winds accompanied by moderate to rough seas, while the rest of the country will have light to moderate winds and slight to moderate sea conditions.
As of this morning, PAGASA confirmed that no low-pressure area is being monitored for potential cyclone formation.
Residents are encouraged to stay updated with PAGASA advisories and prepare for possible weather-related disruptions.
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MANILA — Heavy to intense rains are forecasted in Isabela province due to the shear line, according to the 5 a.m. weather advisory from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Tuesday (03 Dec 2024).
PAGASA cautioned that widespread flooding is likely in urban areas, low-lying locations, and near rivers. Landslides are also possible in moderately to highly susceptible areas.
Neighboring provinces Cagayan and Aurora are expected to experience moderate to heavy rainfall, with similar risks of localized flooding.
The shear line will also bring scattered rains and isolated thunderstorms across Metro Manila, Quirino, Nueva Ecija, Bulacan, Rizal, Quezon, and the Kalayaan Islands. Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon, or “amihan,” will cause cloudy skies and rains in the rest of Cagayan Valley and the Cordillera Administrative Region.
The Ilocos Region will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains due to “amihan.” Other parts of the country can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with occasional rain showers or thunderstorms caused by localized weather systems.
Strong winds with moderate to rough coastal waters are expected in Northern Luzon, while the rest of the country will experience light to moderate winds and seas.
Authorities urge residents in affected areas to remain vigilant and prepare for possible flooding and landslides.
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