THE Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) officially announced the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) season on Monday, signaling the start of cooler weather and potential rough sea conditions across the country.
PAGASA stated that meteorological patterns, including a strengthening high-pressure area over East Asia and a surge of northeasterly winds over Extreme Northern Luzon, indicate the onset of the Amihan season. “Over the past few days, observations have indicated the strengthening of a high-pressure area over East Asia, which has caused a surge of northeasterly winds over Extreme Northern Luzon,” PAGASA said.
The state weather bureau also noted increasing atmospheric pressure and cooling temperatures as further indicators of the changing season. Forecasts suggest successive surges of the monsoon over the next two weeks could bring rough sea conditions over the seaboards of Northern Luzon.
PAGASA warned that the Amihan season is expected to bring cool and dry air, episodes of cold temperature surges, rough sea conditions, and shear lines across the country. Residents, particularly those in Northern Luzon, are advised to prepare for potentially hazardous sea conditions. Fishermen and small boat operators are urged to monitor weather updates and exercise caution when venturing out to sea. Additionally, the public is advised to take precautions against potential health issues associated with colder weather, such as respiratory illnesses.
