The latest weather forecast, issued at 4:00 AM on 29 February 2024, paints a varied picture across the Philippines, with different regions experiencing different weather patterns and potential impacts. Let’s delve into the details of the forecasted conditions and their implications.
Davao Region: Expect cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers and thunderstorms in the Davao Region. These conditions are attributed to the presence of a trough of a Low Pressure Area, which could lead to possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to heavy rains. Residents are advised to stay vigilant and take necessary precautions.
Aurora: Cloudy skies with light rains are anticipated in Aurora, courtesy of the Northeast Monsoon. However, the impacts are expected to be minimal, with no significant effects foreseen.
Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains are expected in Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon due to the Northeast Monsoon. Fortunately, no significant impacts are anticipated in these areas.
The rest of the country: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms are forecasted in the remaining parts of the country, influenced by Easterlies/Localized Thunderstorms. There is a risk of flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms, so residents should remain cautious.
Wind and Coastal Water Conditions: Moderate to strong winds from the Northeast will prevail over the northern and eastern sections of the country, while the rest of the country will experience light to moderate winds from the East to Northeast. Coastal waters in the former regions are expected to be moderate to rough, with heights ranging from 1.2 to 2.8 meters, whereas the latter regions will experience slight to moderate coastal waters, with heights ranging from 0.6 to 2.5 meters.
Additional Forecasts: Palawan, including Kalayaan Islands, and Occidental Mindoro will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains due to the Northeast Monsoon. The Visayas will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers and/or thunderstorms due to Easterlies/Localized Thunderstorms. Moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough seas are expected in these regions.
Bicol Region, Northern Samar, Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, and Romblon will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains. Moderate to strong winds blowing from the northeast will prevail, accompanied by moderate to strong seas.
General Flood Advisories: Flood advisories have been issued for Region 11 (Davao Region) and Region 13 (CARAGA), emphasizing the need for heightened awareness and preparedness in these areas.
