Slightly colder mornings may be felt over some areas in Luzon, particularly in the mountainous areas, as the northeasterly surface wind flow continues to prevail over the region.
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration said the winds coming from the northeast are the initial rush of the northeast monsoon or “amihan.”
Amihan season usually comes in between mid-October and early November and is associated with surges of cold weather that may last until February or March.
As the country is still in climate transition period to amihan, PAGASA weather specialist Meno Mendoza said partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers due to localized thunderstorms will persist over the entire country.
So far, there is no weather disturbance inside the country’s area of responsibility as of yesterday.
Mendoza warned of possible severe thunderstorm activity, especially in the afternoon or evening, that may trigger flash floods in low-lying areas or landslides in mountainous regions.
PAGASA has lifted a gale warning, thus, fisherfolk and seafarers are safe to sail.
However, Mendoza advised seafarers and those with small sea vessels to still keep safe as moderate to rough seas are expected over Northern Luzon and the eastern section of Central and Southern Luzon.
Slight to moderate seas are expected over the rest of the country. (Ellalyn V. Ruiz)