Issued at 4:00 AM, 29 January 2024
As the Philippines navigates through its weather patterns, the latest weather forecast reveals the prevailing influence of the Northeast Monsoon affecting the nation. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the forecasted weather conditions, wind patterns, and potential impacts across various regions.
Synopsis: Northeast Monsoon Influence
The current weather conditions are largely influenced by the Northeast Monsoon, impacting different regions of the country. Additionally, a trough of the Low-Pressure Area (LPA) is contributing to specific weather patterns, leading to varied forecasts across the archipelago.
Forecast Weather Conditions:
- Caraga and Davao Region:
- Weather Condition: Cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms.
- Cause: Trough of LPA.
- Impacts: Potential flash floods or landslides due to moderate to heavy rains.
- Cagayan Valley, Cordillera Administrative Region, Aurora, Quezon, Bicol Region, and Eastern Visayas:
- Weather Condition: Cloudy skies with light rains.
- Cause: Northeast Monsoon.
- Impacts: No significant impact is anticipated.
- Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon and Visayas:
- Weather Condition: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains.
- Cause: Northeast Monsoon.
- Impacts: No significant impact is expected.
- The rest of Mindanao:
- Weather Condition: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.
- Cause: Trough of LPA / Localized Thunderstorms.
- Impacts: Possibility of flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
- Extreme Northern Luzon:
- Wind Speed: Strong.
- Wind Direction: Northeast to East.
- Coastal Waters: Rough (2.8 to 4.0 meters).
- Southern Luzon, Visayas, and the northern and eastern sections of Mindanao:
- Wind Speed: Strong.
- Wind Direction: Northeast to North.
- Coastal Waters: Rough (2.8 to 4.0 meters).
- The rest of the country:
- Wind Speed: Moderate to Strong.
- Wind Direction: Northeast to North.
- Coastal Waters: Moderate to Rough (1.2 to 3.4 meters).
Forecast for Specific Areas:
- Bicol Region and Northern Samar: Cloudy skies with light rains, with strong winds from the Northeast, and rough seas.
- Legazpi City, Albay: Maximum temperature yesterday was recorded at 28.7°C at 01:00 PM.
General Flood Advisories (Issued @6 AM, 29 January 2024):
- Region 11 (Davao Region) GFA#2
- Region 12 (Soccsksargen) GFA#2
- Region 13 (CARAGA) GFA#2
These advisories emphasize the potential for flooding in these regions, urging residents and authorities to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions.
As the weather unfolds, residents must stay updated with the latest forecasts and heed the advice provided by relevant authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone in the affected areas.
