Department of Science and Technology
Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and
Astronomical Services Administration
Farm Weather Forecast
Issued at: 8AM Tuesday, April 08, 2025
Valid until: 8AM Wednesday, April 09, 2025
FWFA: 25-083
SYNOPSIS

Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) affecting southern Mindanao. Easterlies affecting the rest of the country.

Forecast Area Agri-Weather Winds Temperature Relative Humidity Leaf Wetness
Lowland Upland
Zamboanga Peninsula, Basilan, Misamis Occidental, Lanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur, and Palawan Cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms Light to moderate from east to northeast 23 – 34 21 – 32 70 - 98% 2 - 6 hours
Metro Manila and the rest of the country Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms Light to moderate from east to northeast 22 – 36 14 - 33 50 - 96% 0 - 4 hours

SOIL MOISTURE CONDITION
Wet

Aurora, most parts of Bulacan, Alabat Infanta, Tayabas, Aborlan, Camarines Norte, Albay, Sorsogon, Catanduanes, Mambusao, Eastern Visayas, Bukidnon, Davao del Norte, and Lanao del Sur

Moist

Mulanay, Oriental Mindoro, Northern and Central parts of Palawan, Camarines Sur, Masbate, Siquijor, Zamboanga del Norte, and Maguindanao

Dry

Rest of the country

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FARMING ADVISORIES

ITCZ, EASTERLIES, THUNDERSTORMS AND MODERATE TO HEAVY RAINS

  • Inspect crops regularly for pests and diseases and address outbreaks immediately.
  • Adjust irrigation frequency based on weather, soil type, and crop needs.
  • Avoid over-irrigation to prevent root rot. Water plants early morning for better absorption.
  • Inspect and clean drainage channels regularly to prevent blockages.
  • Harvest crops on dry days to avoid spoilage, fungal infections, and loss of market value.
  • Handle produce carefully during transport to prevent damage and contamination.
HEAT INDEX MONITORING AND FORECASTING (OBSERVED AND 2-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
https://www.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/climate/climate-heat-index

ENSO ALERT SYSTEM STATUS

ENSO ALERT SYSTEM STATUS (updated: 04 April 2025)

https://bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/climate/elnino-la-nina/monitoring

Maintain proper drainage in lowland farms to prevent waterlogging. In rainfed areas, store excess water in farm reservoirs for use during drier months. Adopt integrated pest management (IPM) to prevent infestations, especially for rice, corn, and vegetables. Use covered storage areas to prevent moisture-related grain losses. Improve soil moisture retention through organic mulching and conservation farming techniques.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
DAILY EXTREMES MONTHLY EXTREMES
Maximum Temperature
 39.4 ºC (Tuguegarao City, 1961) Maximum Temperature 42.2 ºC (Tuguegarao City, 1963)
Minimum Temperature 10.5 ºC (Baguio City, 1907) Minimum Temperature 9.6 ºC (Baguio City, 1907)
Rainfall 290.8 mm (Casiguran, 1999) Rainfall 495.2 mm (Virac Radar, 2009)

FISHING ADVISORIES

No Gale Warning is raised.

Slight to moderate seas will prevail over the whole archipelago. Still be reminded to be very careful in fishing, especially those using small seacraft. Always bring an emergency kit. Be updated for the latest weather updates and farm advisories from DOST- PAGASA.

PREPARED/UPLOADED BY: NRE / JOT
VERIFIED BY: MEVT