SYNOPSIS: A Northeasterly Windflow is currently affecting the extreme northern parts of Luzon, bringing varying weather conditions across the Philippines.
Forecast Weather Conditions:
- Batanes and Babuyan Islands: Residents in Batanes and the Babuyan Islands can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies accompanied by isolated light rains. This is due to the prevailing Northeasterly Windflow. Despite the slight rainfall, no significant impacts are forecasted for the area.
- Metro Manila and the rest of the country: For the rest of the Philippines, including Metro Manila, weather conditions will range from partly cloudy to cloudy skies, with the possibility of isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. These weather patterns are attributed to localized thunderstorms, which could potentially lead to flash floods or landslides during more severe thunderstorms. Citizens are advised to remain cautious, especially in areas prone to flooding and landslides.
Forecast Wind and Coastal Water Conditions:
- Northern Luzon: The wind over Northern Luzon will be light to moderate, coming from the northeast. Coastal waters in the region will be slight to moderate, with wave heights expected between 0.6 to 2.5 meters.
- Eastern Central and Southern Luzon: Areas in the eastern sections of Central and Southern Luzon will experience light to moderate winds coming from the northeast to northwest. Coastal waters in these regions will also be slightly moderate, with waves ranging from 0.6 to 2.5 meters.
- Rest of the country: For the remainder of the Philippines, the wind will be light to moderate, shifting from southwest to west. Coastal waters are predicted to be slightly moderate, with wave heights between 0.6 and 2.1 meters.
As of the latest update, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) is not monitoring any low-pressure areas or potential tropical cyclone formations.
Despite the generally fair weather outlook, residents are encouraged to stay informed of any sudden weather developments, particularly regarding localized thunderstorms that could lead to severe conditions such as flash floods or landslides.