The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported that the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) is currently affecting the western section of Mindanao and Palawan. The shear line influences the eastern sections of Central and Southern Luzon, while the northeast monsoon, or amihan, continues to bring cooler temperatures and rains to Northern and Central Luzon.
Forecast Weather Conditions
- Metro Manila, CALABARZON, Bicol Region, Marinduque, Oriental Mindoro, Bulacan, and Aurora
Expect cloudy skies with scattered rains and isolated thunderstorms due to the shear line. Moderate to heavy rainfall may lead to possible flash floods or landslides. - Zamboanga del Norte and Palawan
Cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms caused by the ITCZ. Due to moderate to heavy precipitation, residents are advised to prepare for potential flash floods or landslides. - Cagayan Valley, Apayao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, and Ifugao
Due to the northeast monsoon, cloudy skies with rain showers are expected. Flooding and landslides may occur in moderate to heavy rainfall. - Ilocos Region, Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), and the rest of Central Luzon
Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains are forecast, with no significant impact anticipated. - The Rest of the Country
Localized thunderstorms will bring partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers. Severe thunderstorms may cause flash floods or landslides.
Wind and Coastal Water Conditions
- Northern Luzon and Eastern Central/Southern Luzon
Strong to gale-force winds from the northeast will cause rough coastal waters, with waves reaching 4.5 meters. - Rest of Luzon and Eastern Visayas/Mindanao
Moderate to strong winds will create moderate to rough seas, with waves up to 4 meters. - Rest of the Country
Light to moderate winds will result in slight to moderate coastal waters, with waves ranging from 0.6 to 2.5 meters.
Heavy Rainfall and Flood Advisories
Today
- Heavy to Intense Rainfall (100-200 mm): Quezon and Camarines Norte.
- Moderate to Heavy Rainfall (50-100 mm): Aurora, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Albay, and Sorsogon.
Tomorrow
- Heavy to Intense Rainfall: Aurora and Quezon.
- Moderate to Heavy Rainfall: Bicol Region, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte/Sur, and Zamboanga Peninsula.
Thursday, December 12
- Moderate to Heavy Rainfall: Cagayan, Isabela, Aurora, Quezon, and parts of Mindanao.
Pagasa warns that rainfall in mountainous regions may be higher, exacerbating the risk of flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas.
Yellow Warning Level
- Camarines Norte and Quezon Province
Flooding is likely in low-lying areas and near river channels. Light to moderate rains will also persist across Rizal, Bulacan, Metro Manila, and nearby provinces over the next few hours.
Residents are advised to stay updated on weather bulletins and take necessary precautions against adverse weather conditions.