Issued at 4:00 AM on January 11, 2024, the weather forecast brings a diverse range of conditions across the Philippines. The atmospheric setup consists of the Northeast Monsoon affecting Northern and Central Luzon, while a Shear Line influences the eastern section of Southern Luzon.
Bicol Region and Quezon: Expect cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms in this region, caused by the Shear Line. Residents are advised to be cautious as moderate to heavy rains may lead to possible flash floods or landslides.
Cagayan Valley and Aurora: Cloudy skies with light rains are anticipated in Cagayan Valley and Aurora, attributed to the Northeast Monsoon. Fortunately, no significant impacts are expected in these areas.
Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon: For Metro Manila and the remaining parts of Luzon, the forecast indicates partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains, influenced by the Northeast Monsoon. No significant impacts are foreseen in these areas.
The Rest of the Country: Across the country, except for Luzon, anticipate partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. The Easterlies and Localized Thunderstorms are the contributing factors, posing the risk of flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
Extreme Northern Luzon: Experience strong winds from the Northeast, leading to rough coastal waters ranging from 2.8 to 4.0 meters.
The Rest of Luzon: Moderate to strong winds from the Northeast prevail, accompanied by moderate to rough coastal waters ranging from 2.5 to 3.4 meters.
The Rest of the Country: Light to moderate winds from the East to Northeast dominate, resulting in slight to moderate coastal waters ranging from 0.6 to 2.5 meters.
Visayas: The entire Visayas region will encounter partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms due to Easterlies and Localized Thunderstorms.
Palawan, Kalayaan Islands, and Occidental Mindoro: These areas will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains due to the Northeast Monsoon. Residents should be prepared for moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough seas in Palawan, including Kalayaan Islands, and Occidental Mindoro.