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Philippines Enters Dry Season, Temperatures Could Soar to 40.5°C

3/24/2026

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The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced the end of the northeast monsoon and the onset of the warm and dry season on March 24, 2026.
PAGASA predicted generally fair weather with warmer days and isolated thunderstorms.
Northern and Central Luzon may reach highs of 40.5 °C in May.
PAGASA will monitor heat indices nationwide.

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The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) announced the end of the northeast monsoon and the onset of the warm and dry season on March 24, 2026.
PAGASA predicted generally fair weather with warmer days and isolated thunderstorms.
Northern and Central Luzon may reach highs of 40.5 °C in May.
PAGASA will monitor heat indices nationwide.