Synopsis: As of 4:00 AM, February 13, 2024, the weather across various regions in the Philippines presents a mixed bag, influenced by different weather systems. The eastern sections of Southern Luzon and Visayas are affected by a Shear Line, while the rest of Luzon is under the influence of the Northeast Monsoon.
Forecast Weather Conditions:
Eastern Visayas, Bicol Region, Aklan, Capiz, Marinduque, Romblon, Oriental Mindoro, and Quezon: Expect cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms due to the Shear Line and Easterlies. These conditions may lead to flash floods or landslides due to moderate to heavy rains.
Cagayan Valley, Cordillera Administrative Region, and Aurora: Cloudy skies with light rains are anticipated, attributed to the Northeast Monsoon. Fortunately, there are no significant impacts expected from these weather conditions.
Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains are forecasted due to the Northeast Monsoon. There are no significant impacts expected in these areas.
The rest of the country is expected to be partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, influenced by Easterlies and localized thunderstorms. During severe thunderstorms, there’s a risk of flash floods or landslides.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
Luzon and the eastern sections of Visayas and Mindanao: Moderate to strong winds from the Northeast to East are anticipated, accompanied by moderate to rough seas (2.5 to 4.0 meters).
The rest of the country: Light to moderate winds from the Northeast to East are expected, with slight to moderate coastal waters (0.6 to 2.5 meters).