MANILA — Persistent rain showers are expected in various parts of the Philippines due to the combined influence of the trough of a low-pressure area (LPA) impacting Mindanao and the northeast monsoon, locally known as “amihan,” affecting Luzon and the Visayas, according to the latest update from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) on Wednesday.
As of the 4 a.m. bulletin, PAGASA reported that the LPA’s trough would bring overcast skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms to Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, Caraga, Davao Region, Central Visayas, Biliran, Samar, Eastern Samar, and Southern Leyte.
The remaining areas in Mindanao are anticipated to experience partly cloudy to cloudy conditions with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, attributed to the LPA’s trough and localized thunderstorms.
Simultaneously, the northeast monsoon is projected to result in cloudy skies with light rains in Cagayan Valley, Aurora, Quezon, Bicol Region, and Northern Samar.
For Metro Manila, Western Visayas, and the rest of Luzon, partly cloudy to cloudy skies with sporadic light rains are forecasted. PAGASA issued a warning about the possibility of flash floods or landslides in vulnerable areas during intense thunderstorms.
Southern Luzon, the Visayas, and the northern and eastern portions of Mindanao are expected to experience strong winds and rough coastal waters, while the rest of the archipelago will encounter moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough seas.
Temperature ranges for selected areas include Metro Manila (21°C to 30°C), Baguio City (13°C to 21°C), Laoag City (20°C to 30°C), Legazpi City (24°C to 29°C), Metro Cebu (25°C to 28°C), Puerto Princesa City (26°C to 31°C), and Metro Davao (24°C to 26°C).
(el Amigo/MNM)
