The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reports that the Southwest Monsoon is currently affecting Extreme Northern Luzon. Additionally, Tropical Storm Jongdari (formerly “Dindo”), which is located outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR), is situated 765 km north-northeast of Itbayat, Batanes, with coordinates of 26.5°N, 126.0°E. Jongdari has maximum sustained winds of 70 km/h near its center and gustiness reaching up to 90 km/h, moving north at 25 km/h.
Forecast Weather Conditions:
Batanes and Babuyan Islands:
Cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms are expected in these areas due to the influence of the Southwest Monsoon. Residents are advised to be cautious of possible flash floods or landslides, especially in areas prone to moderate to heavy rains.
Metro Manila and the Rest of the Country:
For Metro Manila and other parts of the Philippines, the weather will generally be partly cloudy to cloudy with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. These localized thunderstorms may bring temporary heavy rainfall, so there is a chance of flash floods or landslides in low-lying areas during severe thunderstorms.
Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
Across the country, light to moderate winds will prevail, coming from the southeast to the southwest. Coastal waters are expected to be slight to moderate, with wave heights ranging from 0.6 to 2.1 meters, making sea conditions generally safe for small to medium-sized sea vessels.
Regional Forecast:
- Visayas, Palawan (including Kalayaan Islands), and Occidental Mindoro:
Residents can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms due to localized thunderstorms. Winds will be light to moderate, coming from the southeast to southwest, and coastal waters will remain slight to moderate.
Pagasa advises the public to stay updated on weather bulletins, especially those in areas affected by the Southwest Monsoon and localized thunderstorms. Keep prepared for potential hazards like flash floods and landslides, particularly in regions that may experience intense rainfall.