PAGASA

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration expects the dry season to start this week. PAGASA weather specialist Grace Castañeda said cloudy skies with isolated rains will continue for now.

March 20, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

PAGASA reported several areas reached borderline “extreme caution” heat index after a cold snap due to weakening northeast monsoon. The index ranges from 33 to 41 degrees Celsius, potentially causing heat cramps and exhaustion. Cotabato City and Zamboanga City neared 40 degrees Celsius.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has announced the list of local names for tropical cyclones that may enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility in 2026. Ada is among the new names to be used for the first time. The list draws from regular and auxiliary sets cycled every four years.

January 13, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

A low pressure area within the Philippine Area of Responsibility has developed into Tropical Depression Ada at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, marking the country's first tropical cyclone of the year. PAGASA reports it is located 635 kilometers east of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur, and is expected to intensify into a tropical storm within 24 hours.

Some parts of the Philippines may experience rain due to the easterlies and the northeast monsoon, known as 'amihan', according to PAGASA. Metro Manila and CALABARZON can expect cloudy skies with light rain. Caraga and the Davao Region will see cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms.

December 06, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Tropical Depression Wilma made two landfalls in Eastern Samar on December 6, 2025, bringing moderate to heavy rains and strong winds to parts of the Visayas and southern Luzon. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) raised Signal No. 1 over several areas, warning of possible floods and landslides. The system is expected to weaken as it moves westward.