The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has released its weather forecast for November 23, 2024. The Northeast Monsoon continues to affect Extreme Northern Luzon, while Easterlies influence the weather throughout the country.
Weather Forecast and Conditions
Eastern Visayas, Caraga, Davao Region, Northern Mindanao, Zamboanga del Norte, and Palawan
- Weather Condition: Cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms.
- Cause: Easterlies.
- Impacts: Moderate to heavy rains may lead to flash floods or landslides, especially in low-lying and mountainous areas.
Batanes and Babuyan Islands
- Weather Condition: Cloudy skies with rain.
- Cause: Northeast Monsoon.
- Impacts: Similar risks of flash floods or landslides due to persistent moderate to at times heavy rains.
Metro Manila and the Rest of the Country
- Weather Condition: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.
- Cause: Easterlies.
- Impacts: Flash floods or landslides are possible in areas affected by severe thunderstorms.
Wind and Coastal Water Conditions
Extreme Northern Luzon
- Wind Speed: Strong winds from the northeast.
- Coastal Waters: Rough, with wave heights ranging from 2.8 to 4.0 meters. Seafarers and small vessels are advised to avoid sailing in these conditions.
Rest of Northern Luzon
- Wind Speed: Moderate to strong, coming from the northeast.
- Coastal Waters: Moderate to rough, with wave heights of 2.1 to 4.0 meters.
Rest of the Country
- Wind Speed: Light to moderate, also from the northeast.
- Coastal Waters: Slight to moderate, with waves ranging from 0.6 to 2.5 meters.
Regional Forecasts
- Eastern Visayas and Palawan (Including the Kalayaan Islands): Due to Easterlies, expect cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms.
- Rest of the Visayas and Occidental Mindoro: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, also influenced by the Easterlies.
- Batanes and Babuyan Islands: Cloudy skies with consistent rains brought by the Northeast Monsoon.
Northern Luzon and Nearby Areas
Regions such as Cagayan Valley, Ilocos Region, and the Cordillera Administrative Region, including Aurora Province, will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms caused by Easterlies. Moderate to strong northeast winds are expected, making coastal waters moderate to rough.