The presence of a low-pressure area (LPA) situated 1,170 km east of Eastern Visayas is expected to bring rain to various parts of the Philippines.
According to the 5 a.m. weather bulletin from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), scattered rain showers and thunderstorms are anticipated in Mindanao, the Bicol Region, and Eastern and Central Visayas due to the influence of the LPA’s trough.
PAGASA weather specialist Grace Castaneda noted that there is a low probability of this system developing into a tropical cyclone in the next 48 hours.
Castaneda also mentioned that the LPA might enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) in the next 24 to 48 hours. If it does, it could potentially move across Southern Luzon, leading to rainfall in that region over the coming days.
Meanwhile, the rest of the country can expect isolated rain showers caused by localized thunderstorms.
Overall, light to moderate winds and slight to moderate sea conditions will persist throughout the archipelago. (JR AMIGO/ai/mnm)