Synopsis on April 5, 2024, the weather forecast indicates the influence of a Trough of a Low-Pressure Area (LPA) over Mindanao and a Ridge of a High-Pressure Area (HPA) extending across the eastern section of Northern Luzon.
Forecast Weather Conditions:
Davao Region and SOCCSKSARGEN: Expect cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms in these areas, attributed to the influence of the LPA’s trough. Residents should remain cautious of possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to heavy rains.
Metro Manila and the rest of the country: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies are anticipated, with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. These weather patterns are likely caused by Easterlies and localized thunderstorms. Residents should be vigilant as severe thunderstorms may lead to flash floods or landslides.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
Northern Luzon: Light to moderate winds from the east to southeast are expected, with coastal waters ranging from slight to moderate.
Rest of the country: Similar wind conditions are forecasted, with winds coming from the east to northeast. Coastal waters are expected to be slight to moderate.
Additional Forecast:
Visayas, Palawan, Kalayaan Islands, and Occidental Mindoro: These areas will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers and/or thunderstorms due to localized thunderstorms. Light to moderate winds from the east to northeast will prevail, accompanied by slight to moderate seas.
Bicol region, Northern Samar, Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, and Romblon: Anticipate partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. Light to moderate eastward winds will dominate, with coastal waters ranging from slight to moderate seas.