As of 4:00 AM, January 8, 2024, the weather forecast for various regions in the Philippines presents a diverse set of conditions, influenced by two prevailing weather systems: the Shear Line affecting the eastern section of Southern Luzon and the Northeast Monsoon affecting the rest of Luzon.
Bicol Region, Quezon, Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, and Surigao del Sur: The affected areas are expected to experience cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. This weather pattern is attributed to the Shear Line and Easterlies. Residents are advised to be cautious as moderate to heavy rains may lead to possible flash floods or landslides.
Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains are anticipated due to the Northeast Monsoon. Fortunately, there is no significant impact expected in these areas, providing some relief from more severe weather conditions.
The rest of the country: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms are foreseen in areas not directly affected by the Shear Line or Northeast Monsoon. The presence of Easterlies and Localized Thunderstorms might lead to possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms, necessitating vigilance.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
- Luzon: Moderate to strong winds from the Northeast will prevail, leading to moderate to rough coastal waters with heights ranging from 1.2 to 3.0 meters.
- Visayas and Mindanao: Light to moderate winds from Northeast to East are expected, resulting in slight to moderate coastal waters with heights ranging from 0.6 to 2.5 meters.
Rainfall Advisory No. 01 #SL_PRSD: A specific advisory for the Shear Line indicates light to moderate, occasionally heavy rains affecting portions of Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, and Catanduanes. This rainfall may persist for 2 to 3 hours. Meanwhile, the Visayas will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, and Palawan, including Kalayaan Islands, and Occidental Mindoro will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains due to the Northeast Monsoon.
Residents are advised to stay updated on weather bulletins, exercise caution, and take necessary precautions, especially in areas prone to flooding or landslides. The combination of different weather systems necessitates a heightened awareness of potential hazards associated with the prevailing conditions.