During the early days of the dekad, cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms will be experienced over Visayas, eastern section of Southern Luzon and of Mindanao, Zamboanga Peninsula, BARMM and Davao Region while cloudy skies with rains will prevail over eastern section of Luzon. The rest of the country will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms. After this, generally good weather condition is expected over the entire archipelago except for the eastern section of Visayas and Bicol Region which will experience cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms. Cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms are expected over Cagayan Valley and Aurora during the latter part of the dekad.
During the first half of the dekad, northeasterly winds will prevail over the country. Winds from the east will prevail over Visayas while winds coming from east to northeast will blow over Luzon. Mindanao will have winds coming from northeast. After this, winds coming from east to northeast will prevail over the whole archipelago. During the latter part of the forecast period, northeasterly winds will blow over Northern Luzon while the rest of the country will have winds coming from the east.
In the first half of the dekad, rough seas will prevail over the eastern sections of Southern Luzon and Visayas while moderate to rough seas are expected over Luzon. Moderate to rough seas are expected over the eastern seaboards of the country while the rest of the archipelago will experience slight to moderate seas. Rough seas will prevail over the extreme Northern Luzon while the rest of the archipelago will have slight to moderate seas.
ENSO ALERT SYSTEM STATUS: LA NIÑA ALERT (Updated: 18 March 2025)
Recent observations indicate decaying La Niña conditions with below to near average sea surface temperature anomalies (SSTAs) across the central and eastern equatorial Pacific. Most climate models suggest that ENSO neutral conditions will persist until June-July-August (JJA) 2025 season with 62% likelihood.
DOST-PAGASA will continue to closely monitor the La Niña conditions and updates will be issued accordingly. Meanwhile, the concerned government agencies and the general public are encouraged to stay updated and use the information for guidance and anticipatory action. https://pubfiles.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/climps/climateforum/outlook.pdf
During heavy rains, ensure proper field drainage to prevent waterlogging and root rot. Regularly clean and maintain canals and drainage ditches to facilitate proper water flow and minimize flooding the risk. Avoid working in flooded fields to prevent accidents and soil compaction, which can degrade soil health. Strengthen trellises and support structures for climbing plants and fruit-bearing trees to withstand strong winds and heavy rainfall. Additionally, refrain from excessive fertilizer application before heavy rains to prevent nutrient leaching and potential environmental damage.
During periods of extreme heat, ensure adequate irrigation, apply mulch, and use shade nets to protect crops from high temperatures and maintain soil moisture levels. Regularly monitor plants for signs of heat stress, such as wilting and flower drop, and apply foliar fertilizers to aid their recovery. To prevent heat-related illnesses, schedule fieldwork during the early morning or late afternoon and avoid working during peak heat hours. Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat to minimize heat exposure. Be vigilant for symptoms of heat exhaustion, such as dizziness, nausea, and heavy sweating, and take immediate action to cool down and stay hydrated.
| ACTUAL SOIL MOISTURE CONDITION (March 11 – 20, 2025) |
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| WET | MOIST | DRY |
| Aurora, most parts of Quezon, Albay, Catanduanes, Sorsogon, Eastern Visayas, Davao del Norte, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Marawi | Calayan, Aparri, Nueva Vizcaya, Tayabas, Oriental Mindoro, Romblon, Palawan, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Masbate, Zamboanga del Norte, SOCCSKSARGEN, rest of Caraga, Rest of BARMM |
Rest of the country |
Region 1 Ilocos Region
Forecast Rainfall (mm):
0 - 20
Rainy Days (0.1mm or more):
0 - 3
Actual Soil Moisture Condition:
n/a
Range of Relative Humidity (%):
45 – 98
Min - Max Temperature (°C):
22 – 34
Crop Phenology, Situation and Farm Activities:
Land preparation is in progress. Rice are in ripening stages. Some rice are in vegetative stage. Corn are in reproductive stage while some are already in maturity stage. Harvesting of rice and corn is being carried out. Growing of ampalaya, cassava, chayote, chili pepper, ginger, malunggay, alukon, kangkong, mustard, lettuce, mushroom, mung bean, okra, garlic, onion, patola, pechay, carrot, potato, squash, string bean, sweet pepper, sweet potato, taro, ubi, upo, winged bean, peanut, soyabean, tobacco, sugarcane, papaya, avocado, banana, coconut, coffee, guava, chico, dragon fruit, guyabano, jackfruit, and mango continues. Harvesting of peanut, chili pepper, eggplant, ginger, camote tops, kangkong, lettuce, malunggay, mung bean, mustard, okra, onion, onion leeks, garlic, pechay, camote tops, radish, spinach, squash, string bean, sweet pepper, sweet potato, talinum, taro, tomato, winged bean, avocado, banana, star apple, papaya, coconut, calamansi and mango is in progress. Grazing, grass cutting, pruning and maintenance are in progress. Soil fertilization and irrigation management are being done. Clearing the land, plowing and harrowing are underway.
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Checked: MEVT
Approved: TAC
Uploaded: RVDD