SYNOPSIS: The shear line is currently affecting Extreme Northern Luzon, bringing specific weather conditions to different parts of the Philippines. The public is advised to be cautious of possible weather impacts, especially in areas expecting heavy rainfall.
Forecast Weather Conditions:
Area: Batanes and Babuyan Islands
- Weather Condition: Cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms
- Caused By: Shear Line
- Impacts: These areas should brace for possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to at times heavy rainfall brought by the shear line.
Area: Cagayan Valley, Aurora, Quezon, and Bicol Region
- Weather Condition: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms
- Caused By: Easterlies
- Impacts: While the rains are isolated, severe thunderstorms could still result in flash floods or landslides, particularly in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
Area: Metro Manila and the rest of the country
- Weather Condition: Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms
- Caused By: Localized thunderstorms
- Impacts: Similar to other regions, there is a risk of flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms. Residents in urban areas, especially those with poor drainage systems, should be cautious.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
Area: The eastern section of Visayas
- Wind Speed: Light to Moderate
- Wind Direction: Northeast to Northwest
- Coastal Waters: Slight to Moderate, with wave heights ranging from 0.6 to 2.5 meters. Seafarers and small boat operators are advised to take precautionary measures.
Area: Luzon and the rest of Visayas
- Wind Speed: Light to Moderate
- Wind Direction: Northeast to East
- Coastal Waters: Slight to Moderate, with wave heights from 0.6 to 2.5 meters. Those navigating coastal waters should remain cautious.
Area: Mindanao
- Wind Speed: Light to Moderate
- Wind Direction: South to Southeast
- Coastal Waters: Slight to Moderate, with wave heights between 0.6 to 2.1 meters. Mariners are advised to remain vigilant of changing sea conditions.