Synopsis
Easterlies affecting the eastern sections of Visayas and Mindanao.
Issued at: 8AM Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Valid until: 8AM Thursday, March 30, 2023
FWFA: 23-074
| Forecast Area | Agri-Weather | Winds | Temperature | Relative Humidity | Leaf Wetness | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Manila and the rest of the country |
|
Metro Manila and the rest of the country – Light to moderate from east to northeast |
LOWLAND: 22 - 36 UPLAND: 15 - 31 |
35 - 98% | 0 - 4 hours |
Soil Moisture Condition
Wet
Albay, Sorsogon, Capiz, and most parts of Eastern Visayas
Moist
Extreme Northern Luzon, Bulacan, Tarlac, Laguna, Quezon, Romblon, southern Palawan, Negros Oriental, Bohol, rest of Bicol Region, some parts of Davao Region, Surigao del Norte, and Surigao del Sur
Dry
Rest of the country
Farming Advisories
HEAT INDEX MONITORING AND FORECASTING (OBSERVED AND 5-DAY FORECAST)
The Heat Index is a human discomfort index that gives the apparent temperature on what humans perceive or feel as the temperature (from the surroundings) affecting the body. High air temperature and high relative humidity results to high apparent temperature.
From March to May, DOST-PAGASA will issue Heat Index monitoring and forecast information which can be accessed online thru: https://bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/climate/climate-heat-index
ENSO ALERT SYSTEM STATUS
La Niña has ended and ENSO-neutral conditions are expected to continue until May-June-July (MJJ) 2023 season; an increase likelihood of a transition to El Niño phase thereafter.
IN AREAS AFFECTED BY EASTERLIES, THUNDERSTORMS AND MODERATE TO HEAVY RAINS
Moisture evaporating from the soil can be greatly reduced by mulching (covering the soil around the plants) with straw, hay, wood bark, or leaves. Mulching can be done only after seedlings are several inches high and after thinning the plants.
The Heat Index is a human discomfort index that gives the apparent temperature on what humans perceive or feel as the temperature (from the surroundings) affecting the body. High air temperature and high relative humidity results to high apparent temperature.
From March to May, DOST-PAGASA will issue Heat Index monitoring and forecast information which can be accessed online thru: https://bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/climate/climate-heat-index
ENSO ALERT SYSTEM STATUS
La Niña has ended and ENSO-neutral conditions are expected to continue until May-June-July (MJJ) 2023 season; an increase likelihood of a transition to El Niño phase thereafter.
IN AREAS AFFECTED BY EASTERLIES, THUNDERSTORMS AND MODERATE TO HEAVY RAINS
Moisture evaporating from the soil can be greatly reduced by mulching (covering the soil around the plants) with straw, hay, wood bark, or leaves. Mulching can be done only after seedlings are several inches high and after thinning the plants.
Fishing Advisories
GALE WARNING
No Gale warning issued.
Moderate to rough seas will be experienced over the extreme Northern Luzon while the whole archipelago will experience slight to moderate seas. Still be reminded to be very careful in going out fishing especially those using small sea craft. Always bring emergency kit. Be updated for the latest weather update and farm advisories from DOST- PAGASA.
No Gale warning issued.
Moderate to rough seas will be experienced over the extreme Northern Luzon while the whole archipelago will experience slight to moderate seas. Still be reminded to be very careful in going out fishing especially those using small sea craft. Always bring emergency kit. Be updated for the latest weather update and farm advisories from DOST- PAGASA.
Red Tide Alert
(Courtesy of BFAR, Shellfish Bulletin No. 08, Issued on 17 March 2023)
All types of shellfish and Acetes sp. or alamang gathered from coastal waters of Dauis and Tagbilaran City in Bohol; Dumanquillas Bay in Zamboanga del Sur; and Lianga Bay in Surigao del Sur are positive for Paralytic Shellfish Poison (PSP) or toxic red tide and still NOT SAFE for human consumption. Fish, squids, shrimps and crabs are safe for human consumption provided that they are fresh and washed thoroughly, and internal organs such as gills and intestines are removed before cooking.