Easterly winds are bringing cloudy skies and rain to parts of Mindanao this Sunday.
The warm winds blowing from the Pacific Ocean will prevail over Mindanao in the coming days, according to a weather update from Pagasa. While much of the country faces varying degrees of precipitation, the specific impact depends heavily on whether a region is being pushed by the easterlies or the northeast monsoon, known locally as amihan.
Weather specialist Obet Badrina said that Mindanao should expect cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers, particularly across the Davao Region, Agusan del Sur, and Surigao del Sur.
The weather pattern is currently a tug-of-war between different atmospheric drivers. While the easterlies dominate the eastern side of the country, the amihan continues to influence the north. The Philippine News Agency reported that the northeast monsoon is expected to bring light rains to Batanes and the Babuyan Islands.
In Luzon, the situation remains relatively stable. A large portion of the island, including Palawan, will see fair weather, though thunderstorms remain a possibility. GMA Network said that the easterlies have previously triggered overcast weather in Eastern Visayas, Bicol, and Quezon.
The Visayas region sits in a transitional zone. Most areas will see partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated thunderstorms. However, the scale of rainfall can shift the risk profile for local communities.
The following temperature ranges were released by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA):
| Location | Temperature Range (°C) |
|---|---|
| Metro Manila | 24°C to 33°C |
| Zamboanga | 25°C to 34°C |
| Cebu | 26°C to 33°C |
| Davao | 25°C to 32°C |
| Puerto Princesa | 27°C to 33°C |
| Baguio | 16°C to 26°C |
| Tuguegarao | 22°C to 32°C |
Despite the active weather patterns, there is no immediate cause for cyclone-related panic. PAGASA confirmed that no low-pressure area or tropical cyclone is currently being monitored inside or outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility.
Pagasa reported that moderate to strong winds from the northeast could lead to moderate to rough seas in Northern Luzon, with waves potentially reaching up to 4.5 meters.
For farmers in Mindanao and the Visayas, the scattered rainshowers can be a vital resource, but the risk of flash floods or landslides remains a constant threat to crops and infrastructure.
Simultaneously, the rest of Mindanao and the Visayas will experience hot and humid weather.
Looking ahead, the weather is expected to remain unsettled. The Philippine News Agency said that from November 16 to 18, the easterlies may continue to cause isolated rain showers or thunderstorms across the eastern part of the country.
PAGASA said that no tropical cyclones are expected in the coming days.
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