The weather synopsis reveals a clear division in weather patterns across the Philippines. The Northeast Monsoon continues to exert its influence over Northern Luzon, while Easterlies dominate the rest of the country. Here’s what you can expect in different regions:
Northern Luzon:
- Area: Batanes and Cagayan
- Weather: Cloudy skies accompanied by light rains, attributed to the Northeast Monsoon.
- Impact: No significant disruptions are anticipated.
- Area: Ilocos Region, Cordillera Administrative Region, Central Luzon, and the remaining parts of Cagayan Valley
- Weather: Anticipate partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains, courtesy of the Northeast Monsoon.
- Impact: No major disturbances are expected.
Rest of the Country:
- Area: Metro Manila and beyond
- Weather: Expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, triggered by Easterlies or localized thunderstorms.
- Impact: Exercise caution as severe thunderstorms may lead to possible flash floods or landslides.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
- Northern Luzon: Moderate to strong winds blowing from the Northeast, with coastal waters ranging from moderate to rough.
- Rest of the Country: Light to moderate winds blowing from the East to Northeast, with coastal waters varying from slight to moderate.
Additional Synopsis:
- The entire Visayas, Palawan (including Kalayaan Islands), and Occidental Mindoro can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to Easterlies or localized thunderstorms.
- Winds ranging from light to moderate, blowing from the East to Northeast, will prevail over these areas, accompanied by slight to moderate seas.
General Flood Advisories (Issued @6AM, 10 February 2024):
- Region 10 (Northern Mindanao): Final General Flood Advisory #2
- Region 11 (Davao Region): Final General Flood Advisory #6
- Region 12 (Soccsksargen): Final General Flood Advisory #2
- BARMM: General Flood Advisory #3