By Benito Reyes
MANILA — The northeast monsoon remains the dominant weather system affecting Luzon and parts of the Visayas, bringing light rains and cloudy conditions in several regions, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration.
Forecasts indicate that the Bicol Region and northern provinces such as Batanes, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Apayao, Kalinga, and Mountain Province will experience cloudy skies with light rains due to the monsoon winds.
In Metro Manila, the rest of Luzon, and most areas in the Visayas—including Dinagat Islands and Surigao del Norte—residents can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light showers.
Meanwhile, areas in the rest of Mindanao may experience cloudy periods with rain showers or thunderstorms caused by localized weather disturbances. Authorities cautioned that severe thunderstorms could lead to flash floods or landslides.
Strong northeast winds will continue to affect northern and eastern coastal areas of Luzon and the Visayas, creating moderate to rough sea conditions. Waves in these areas may reach between 2.5 and 3.7 meters.
Temperature readings at PAGASA’s Science Garden station showed a maximum of 29.6°C and a minimum of 17.1°C within the last 24 hours.
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