The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said the Philippines is expected to experience generally fair weather conditions throughout Holy Week, although brief rain showers may still occur in some areas.
PAGASA Assistant Weather Services chief Chris Perez said in a television interview on Wednesday that most parts of the country will see hot and humid conditions, with only occasional rain due to localized thunderstorms.
“Magdala pa rin tayo ng payong, lalo sa mga kababayan natin na pupunta sa mga ibang tourist spots o magbi-Visita Iglesia, para po proteksyon naman natin in case na bigla magkaroon ng mga panandaliang ulan na dulot naman ng mga localized thunderstorm, lalo na sa dakong hapon o gabi,” Perez advised.
He warned that Metro Manila will reach the “extreme caution” level for heat, while other areas may experience “danger level” heat indices.
On Thursday, Virac is expected to record a heat index of 45°C, while Cotabato City may reach 42°C.
Perez urged the public to limit outdoor activities during peak hours.
“Avoid any unnecessary outdoor activities sa mga kababayan natin, lalong lalo po sa kasagsagan na init ng araw in between 12 to 3 in the afternoon,” he said.
Localized thunderstorms are also likely in the eastern section of the country due to the easterlies, though no tropical cyclones are expected to affect the Philippines in the next two weeks.
Perez noted that April typically sees zero to one cyclone, and if one does form, it usually tracks toward the Visayas or Luzon.
“Kung magkakaroon ng bagyo, either hindi man tumama sa ating bansa or kung tumama, it is usually towards the Visayas and Luzon area… Pero so far, in the next two weeks ay wala po tayong nakikitang bagyo na makakapekto po sa ating bansa,” he explained.