As of 4:00 AM today, the weather forecast for various regions in the Philippines reveals a diverse set of conditions, influenced by both a shear line affecting the eastern section of Visayas and the persistent Northeast Monsoon impacting Luzon and the rest of Visayas.
Eastern Visayas, Central Visayas, Surigao del Norte, and Dinagat Islands: Cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms are expected in these areas, primarily due to the influence of a shear line. The forecast warns of moderate to heavy rains, potentially leading to flash floods or landslides. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions.
Mainland Cagayan, Isabela, Aurora, Quezon, Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, Bicol Region, and Western Visayas: Cloudy skies with light rains are anticipated in this region due to the Northeast Monsoon. Fortunately, the impact is expected to be minimal, with no significant disruptions foreseen.
Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains are predicted for the nation’s capital and the surrounding areas. The Northeast Monsoon is influencing this weather pattern, though no significant impact is expected.
The rest of Mindanao: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms are forecasted in Mindanao. Localized thunderstorms are responsible for these conditions, posing the risk of flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
- Eastern sections of Southern Luzon and Visayas: Strong winds from the Northeast will prevail, causing rough seas with wave heights ranging from 2.8 to 4.0 meters.
- The rest of the country: Moderate to strong winds from the Northeast will dominate, leading to moderate to rough seas with wave heights between 1.2 to 3.7 meters.
Additional Details:
- Central Visayas and Eastern Visayas will experience cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms due to the shear line.
- Western Visayas, Palawan, including Kalayaan Islands, and Occidental Mindoro will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains influenced by the Northeast Monsoon.
- The strong winds over the eastern section of Visayas will result in rough seas, while the rest of Visayas, Palawan, including Kalayaan Islands, and Occidental Mindoro will experience moderate to rough seas.
Residents in affected areas are advised to stay updated on weather developments, adhere to safety guidelines, and take precautionary measures to minimize potential risks associated with the current weather conditions.