PAGASA Warns of Isolated Rain Showers and Thunderstorms Across the Philippines

Manila – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has forecasted partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms across the country due to the influence of the easterlies. In its 4 a.m. bulletin on Saturday, PAGASA cautioned that severe thunderstorms may lead to flash floods or landslides in vulnerable areas. This weather pattern is expected to persist nationwide.

According to Philippines News Agency, The agency also reported that Batanes and Cagayan, including the Babuyan Islands, will continue to experience cloudy skies with light rains owing to the northeast monsoon or ‘amihan’ affecting extreme Northern Luzon. Northern Luzon will have moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough coastal waters, while the rest of the archipelago will see light to moderate wind speeds and slight to moderate seas.

PAGASA provided specific temperature forecasts for various cities: Metro Manila is expected to have temperatures ranging from 24°C to 33°C; Baguio City from 17°C to 26°C; Laoag City from 25°C to 33°C; Legazpi City from 24°C to 32°C; Metro Cebu from 26°C to 32°C; Puerto Princesa City from 26°C to 32°C; and Metro Davao from 26°C to 34°C. Residents and local authorities are advised to stay alert for any weather-related emergencies and take necessary precautions against potential adverse weather conditions.