Samantha Yu
MANILA – The continued influence of the northeast monsoon or “amihan” will bring light rains to several areas in Northern Luzon on Friday, the weather bureau said.
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that Batanes and the Babuyan Islands will likely experience light rain, while Ilocos Norte, Apayao, and mainland Cagayan may have isolated light showers.
Weather specialist Veronica Torres said the easterlies remain the dominant weather system affecting the rest of the country, resulting in generally fair conditions in Metro Manila and other regions.
She also warned that thunderstorms could still develop and may lead to localized flooding or landslides, particularly in vulnerable communities.
The temperature could reach 33°C in Zamboanga, while Metro Manila, Legazpi, Laoag, Kalayaan Islands, Puerto Princesa, Iloilo, Tacloban, and Davao are expected to record up to 32°C.
Meanwhile, Coron in Palawan may experience the day’s highest heat index at 42°C.
Moderate winds and seas are forecast over Northern Luzon, while other parts of the country will have light to moderate winds and slight to moderate coastal waters.
PAGASA said no low-pressure area is currently being monitored that could develop into a tropical cyclone.
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