For the month of November, the country was affected by several weather systems, including the northeast monsoon, low pressure areas (LPAs), Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), easterlies, shear line, three tropical cyclones, and localized thunderstorms.
As shown in Figure 1, most parts of the country experienced near to above normal rainfall conditions with patches of way below to below normal conditions over Ilocos Norte and Davao Region.
In November, three (3) tropical cyclones entered or developed within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).
On November 02, TINO entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) as a Tropical Storm, prompting Wind Signal No. 1 over Eastern Samar, Dinagat Islands, Siargao, and Bucas Grande Islands. It intensified into a Severe Tropical Storm in the afternoon and became a Typhoon on November 03, raising Wind Signal No. 4 over Dinagat Islands, Siargao, and Bucas Grande Islands. By night, TINO brought life-threatening conditions to Homonhon and Dinagat Islands. On November 04, it made landfalls in Silago, Southern Leyte; Borbon, Cebu; and Sagay City, Negros Occidental. On November 05, it moved over the coastal waters of El Nido, Palawan, and by November 06 it exited PAR, later intensifying again near the Kalayaan Islands. All wind signals were lifted by the afternoon. Tropical Cyclone “Tino” caused an estimated ₱562,429,211.44 in agricultural damage across CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, Regions 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, CARAGA, and NIR.
On November 07, Severe Tropical Storm FUNG-WONG was named UWAN as wind signals were raised over parts of the country. It intensified into a Typhoon and entered PAR that night. On November 08, UWAN continued to strengthen as it approached Bicol. By November 09, it became a Super Typhoon, bringing life-threatening conditions to Catanduanes and the wider Bicol Region. It moved west-northwest later that day toward Aurora and Polillo Islands, prompting Wind Signal No. 5 in parts of Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Nueva Ecija, Aurora, Polillo Islands, and northern Camarines Norte including the Calaguas Islands. That night, UWAN made landfall in Dinalungan, Aurora, and crossed Northern and Central Luzon. On November 10, it weakened over the coastal waters of La Union while moving over the West Philippine Sea. UWAN exited PAR on November 11, weakened into a Severe Tropical Storm, then into a Tropical Storm on November 12. It briefly re-entered PAR as it weakened into a Tropical Depression, and by November 13, it became a Low Pressure Area and dissipated. Super Typhoon “Uwan” caused approximately ₱2,171,106,167.45 in agricultural damage across Regions 1, 2, 3, CALABARZON, 5, 6, 9, 10, CARAGA, and BARMM.
On November 24, a Low Pressure Area east of Surigao del Norte developed into Tropical Depression VERBENA. It made landfall in Bayabas, Surigao del Sur, followed by another in Jagna, Bohol. On November 25, VERBENA made additional landfalls in Talisay, Cebu; Vallehermoso, Negros Occidental; San Lorenzo, Guimaras; and Miagao, Iloilo. It intensified into a Tropical Storm in the afternoon and later made landfall in Linapacan, Palawan. On November 26, it moved northwestward away from Northern Palawan. By November 27, VERBENA exited PAR, intensified into a Typhoon north of the Kalayaan Islands, then weakened, resulting in the lifting of all wind signals.
SOIL MOISTURE CONDITION
TEMPERATURE
As shown in Figure 1, most parts of the country experienced near to above normal rainfall conditions with patches of way below to below normal conditions over Ilocos Norte and Davao Region.
In November, three (3) tropical cyclones entered or developed within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).
On November 02, TINO entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) as a Tropical Storm, prompting Wind Signal No. 1 over Eastern Samar, Dinagat Islands, Siargao, and Bucas Grande Islands. It intensified into a Severe Tropical Storm in the afternoon and became a Typhoon on November 03, raising Wind Signal No. 4 over Dinagat Islands, Siargao, and Bucas Grande Islands. By night, TINO brought life-threatening conditions to Homonhon and Dinagat Islands. On November 04, it made landfalls in Silago, Southern Leyte; Borbon, Cebu; and Sagay City, Negros Occidental. On November 05, it moved over the coastal waters of El Nido, Palawan, and by November 06 it exited PAR, later intensifying again near the Kalayaan Islands. All wind signals were lifted by the afternoon. Tropical Cyclone “Tino” caused an estimated ₱562,429,211.44 in agricultural damage across CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, Regions 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, CARAGA, and NIR.
On November 07, Severe Tropical Storm FUNG-WONG was named UWAN as wind signals were raised over parts of the country. It intensified into a Typhoon and entered PAR that night. On November 08, UWAN continued to strengthen as it approached Bicol. By November 09, it became a Super Typhoon, bringing life-threatening conditions to Catanduanes and the wider Bicol Region. It moved west-northwest later that day toward Aurora and Polillo Islands, prompting Wind Signal No. 5 in parts of Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Nueva Ecija, Aurora, Polillo Islands, and northern Camarines Norte including the Calaguas Islands. That night, UWAN made landfall in Dinalungan, Aurora, and crossed Northern and Central Luzon. On November 10, it weakened over the coastal waters of La Union while moving over the West Philippine Sea. UWAN exited PAR on November 11, weakened into a Severe Tropical Storm, then into a Tropical Storm on November 12. It briefly re-entered PAR as it weakened into a Tropical Depression, and by November 13, it became a Low Pressure Area and dissipated. Super Typhoon “Uwan” caused approximately ₱2,171,106,167.45 in agricultural damage across Regions 1, 2, 3, CALABARZON, 5, 6, 9, 10, CARAGA, and BARMM.
On November 24, a Low Pressure Area east of Surigao del Norte developed into Tropical Depression VERBENA. It made landfall in Bayabas, Surigao del Sur, followed by another in Jagna, Bohol. On November 25, VERBENA made additional landfalls in Talisay, Cebu; Vallehermoso, Negros Occidental; San Lorenzo, Guimaras; and Miagao, Iloilo. It intensified into a Tropical Storm in the afternoon and later made landfall in Linapacan, Palawan. On November 26, it moved northwestward away from Northern Palawan. By November 27, VERBENA exited PAR, intensified into a Typhoon north of the Kalayaan Islands, then weakened, resulting in the lifting of all wind signals.
SOIL MOISTURE CONDITION
Wet – Dagupan, La Union, Most parts of Cagayan Valley, Cordillera Administrative Region, Zambales, Bulacan, Aurora, Tarlac, National Capital Region, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, most parts of Bicol Region, Western Visayas, Central Visayas, Eastern Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, Northern Mindanao, Davao del Norte, SOCCSKSARGEN, Caraga Region, and BARMM
Moist – Most of Ilocos Region, Cagayan, Benguet, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Olongapo City, Bataan, Albay, Misamis Oriental, Davao del Norte
Dry – Some parts of Tarlac and Pampanga, Vigan and Laoag City
Moist – Most of Ilocos Region, Cagayan, Benguet, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Olongapo City, Bataan, Albay, Misamis Oriental, Davao del Norte
Dry – Some parts of Tarlac and Pampanga, Vigan and Laoag City
TEMPERATURE
- Near-average to slightly above-average mean surface air temperatures were observed in the country with select stations registering slightly below average temperatures.
- TAU, Camiling, Tarlac recorded the highest maximum temperature of 37.1 °C on November 19, while BSU, Benguet registered the lowest temperature of 15.0 °C on November 12.
• Land and Seedbed Preparations
• Planting and Transplanting
• Weed Management
• Crop and Field monitoring & management
• Pest and diseases management
• Urban gardening
• Planting and Transplanting
• Weed Management
• Crop and Field monitoring & management
• Pest and diseases management
• Irrigation and Water Management
• Equipment and Infrastructure Maintenance
• Post-Harvest Processing and Handling
• Fertilizer application and management
• Drying, milling, and storage
• Copra production
• Equipment and Infrastructure Maintenance
• Post-Harvest Processing and Handling
• Fertilizer application and management
• Drying, milling, and storage
The agricultural technicians, farmers, and farm enthusiasts may continue to browse some tips and additional knowledge on potential crop production, early warning for pest and disease infestations and water management strategies for specific areas by visiting the website of Department of Agriculture in their respective regions. For daily farm weather and climate conditions, you may visit PAGASA website (https://bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/)
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| Land and Seedbed Preparation (including preparation for garden plot, urban gardening, and upland farms), (irrigated and rainfed farms) |
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| Planting and Transplanting (broadcasting / direct seeding – for rice, corn, conventional way/ by rows - other cash crops) |
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| Vegetative Stage (tillering, head development) |
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| Reproductive Stage (Heading – rice; Tasselling/Silking – corn) |
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| Maturing/Ripening |
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| Harvesting Stage |
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- The weather systems that will affect the country in December are the Northeast (NE) monsoon, shear line, easterlies, low-pressure areas (LPAs), Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), tropical cyclones, and localized thunderstorms.
- Two or three (1 to 2) tropical cyclones (TC) may enter or develop within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) during the month.
- As illustrated in Figure 2, near to above normal rainfall conditions will be experienced over the whole archipelago.
FARM ADVISORY
Before a tropical disturbance arrives, farmers should prioritize safety by securing animals in safe shelters with enough food and water and reinforcing houses, barns, and storage facilities. Avoid working outdoors during strong winds and heavy rains. Farmers must also keep emergency supplies ready, evacuate when advised, and return to their farms only after authorities declare it safe. Keep machinery in good condition and use waterproof covers on transport vehicles to protect harvested goods. It is also recommended to avail of agricultural insurance for crops and livestock to provide added livelihood protection. Stay updated with localized weather forecasts and advisories, and coordinate with the local agriculture office for technical support, early warnings, and access to different planting materials will help ensure timely and safe farming decisions. After the passage typhoon, farmers should first ensure safety and assess damages only when authorities declare it safe.
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