Issued at 4:00 PM, 27 January 2024
The latest weather forecast reveals that the Philippines is currently under the influence of the Northeast Monsoon, particularly affecting the areas of Cagayan Valley, Cordillera Administrative Region, Aurora, Quezon, Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, Caraga, and Davao Oriental. Residents in these regions can expect cloudy skies with light rains as a result of the prevailing weather conditions. Fortunately, the impact is predicted to be minimal, with no significant disruptions expected.
Cagayan Valley, Cordillera Administrative Region, Aurora, Quezon, Bicol Region, Eastern Visayas, Caraga, and Davao Oriental:
- Weather Condition: Cloudy skies with light rains
- Caused By: Northeast Monsoon
- Impacts: No significant impact
Meanwhile, Metro Manila and the rest of the country will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains. Similar to the aforementioned areas, the weather conditions are attributed to the Northeast Monsoon, but the impacts are expected to be negligible.
Metro Manila and the rest of the country:
- Weather Condition: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains
- Caused By: Northeast Monsoon
- Impacts: No significant impact
In terms of wind and coastal water conditions, residents in Southern Luzon, Visayas, and the northern and eastern sections of Mindanao should be cautious. Strong winds from the northeast are expected in these areas, resulting in rough coastal waters ranging from 2.8 to 4.0 meters. While the wind speeds are forecasted to be moderate to strong in the rest of the country, coastal waters will be moderately rough, with heights ranging from 1.2 to 3.4 meters.
Southern Luzon, Visayas, and northern and eastern sections of Mindanao:
- Wind Speed: Strong
- Wind Direction: Northeast
- Coastal Waters: Rough / (2.8 to 4.0 meters)
The rest of the country:
- Wind Speed: Moderate to Strong
- Wind Direction: Northeast
- Coastal Waters: Moderate to Rough / (1.2 to 3.4 meters)
Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to stay updated on weather announcements and take necessary precautions, especially those in regions with stronger winds and rough coastal waters. As weather conditions can change, it’s essential to stay vigilant and follow the guidance of local authorities for a safe and secure experience amidst the current weather patterns.