The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued its afternoon weather forecast, highlighting the effects of the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) on various parts of the country. As the Southwest Monsoon continues to influence weather patterns, residents in affected areas are advised to take necessary precautions.
Weather Synopsis
The Southwest Monsoon is currently affecting Southern Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao. This weather system is expected to bring varying conditions across different regions.
Forecast Weather Conditions
- MIMAROPA and Western Visayas: These regions will experience cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. The Southwest Monsoon is the primary cause of these conditions, which could lead to moderate to heavy rainfall at times. Residents are cautioned about the potential for flash floods and landslides, particularly in areas prone to such hazards.
- Metro Manila, Bicol Region, CALABARZON, Mindanao, and the rest of Visayas: These areas can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. The Southwest Monsoon will continue to influence the weather, with a possibility of flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms.
- The rest of Luzon: The rest of Luzon will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. These conditions are primarily due to localized thunderstorms, which may still pose a risk of flash floods or landslides during intense rainfall.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions
- Northern and Central Luzon: Winds will be light to moderate, blowing from the northwest. Coastal waters in these areas are expected to be slightly moderate, with wave heights ranging from 0.6 to 1.5 meters.
- The rest of the country: Winds in the remaining areas will also be light to moderate, coming from the southwest. Coastal waters will similarly be slight to moderate, with wave heights between 0.6 to 1.5 meters.
Specific Forecasts
- Western Visayas, Palawan including Kalayaan Islands, and Occidental Mindoro: These regions will experience cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms due to the Southwest Monsoon. Winds will be light to moderate, coming from the southwest, with slight to moderate sea conditions.
- The rest of Visayas: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms are expected, again due to the Southwest Monsoon. Winds will be light to moderate, coming from the southwest, with slight to moderate seas.
PAGASA advises the public to stay updated on weather advisories and take necessary precautions, especially in areas prone to heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorms.