Amihan Is Basically Gone: PAGASA Says Warm Easterlies Now Dominate the Entire Philippines — Summer Vibes Are Here
If you've been feeling the heat lately, PAGASA just confirmed what your skin already knows: the amihan (northeast monsoon) has effectively left the building. As of Monday, only one weather system affects the entire Philippine archipelago — the easterlies, those warm, humid winds blowing in from the Pacific Ocean. Translation: summer is basically here.
Weather specialist Veronica Torres said PAGASA has not monitored any low-pressure area forming within the country's area of responsibility. While the agency hasn't officially declared the amihan season over, Torres confirmed it has "weakened in the past days and is actually no longer affecting any parts of the country." That's PAGASA-speak for: 'it's done, we just haven't made it official yet.'
The easterlies will bring cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms to the Zamboanga Peninsula, Palawan, Basilan, and Tawi-Tawi, where flash floods and landslides remain possible due to moderate to heavy rainfall. For the rest of the country including Metro Manila, expect cloudy to overcast skies with isolated rain showers — but generally fair weather overall.
"Most parts of the country are expected to experience fair weather within 24 hours," Torres said. That means temperatures will keep rising, humidity will stay high, and your electric bill will start climbing as the aircon works overtime. Brace yourselves — and stock up on ice and sunblock.
For farmers, fishermen, and outdoor workers, the shift from amihan to easterlies marks a major seasonal transition. It means calmer seas in most areas (good for fishing and inter-island travel) but also the start of the hot, dry season that can lead to water shortages in parts of Luzon and the Visayas. Prepare accordingly, Pilipinas — tag-init is officially loading.
Source: The Manila Times
