As of 2 AM today, the Low Pressure Area or LPA, was last located at 2,275 kms. east of Mindanao. According to PAGASA Weather Forecaster Buddy Javier, the LPA might enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) tomorrow evening or on Saturday. There is a possibility that it might intensify into a Tropical Depression in the coming hours as it enters our boundary. Chances are, it will make its landfall in the Bicol Region or Eastern Visayas–though there is still the possibility that it will recurve.
Because of the Trough of Low Pressure Area (LPA) outside PAR, light to moderate rains and isolated thunderstorms prevail in Davao and SOCCSKSARGEN. Meanwhile, the Northeast Monsoon or Amihan is still affecting the extreme Northern Luzon. Amihan will bring cold weather and light rains in Batanes and the islands of Calayan and Babuyan, while good weather with chances of isolated light rains is expected in Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon. Fair weather condition will be experienced in the rest of the country.
The cloud cluster has developed into a Low Pressure Area, spotted at 2,540 kilometers east of Southern Mindanao. According to PAGASA Meteorologist Jori Loiz, it brings no direct effect on any part of the country; however, the LPA has a chance of developing into a tropical cyclone.
This December, at least one cyclone is expected to enter the Philippine boundary with its forecast track moving mostly across Visayas areas.
Today, light to moderate rain showers will prevail in Cagayan, Isabela, Aurora and Quezon due to the Tail End of a Cold Front. Meanwhile, rain showers in the Bicol region and Eastern Visayas are brought by the easterlies. The Northeast Monsoon will bring light rains over the regions of Cagayan Valley, while isolated light rains are expected in Ilocos and the Cordillera.
In Metro Manila and the rest of the country, isolated rains are still possible within the day, but generally good weather will occur.
The Amihan or Northeast Monsoon rules in Northern Luzon, bringing cold weather and light rains in the Cagayan Valley region, while isolated light rains are possible in the Ilocos region and Codillera.
The Tail End of a Cold Front continues to bring light to moderate rain showers in the regions of Bicol and in the provinces of Aurora and Quezon.
Metro Manila and the rest of the country can look forward to calm and sunny weather. However, light rains are possible in the afternoon or evening.
Christmas Season Traffic Advisory
Rush hour and traffic jams are expected this Yuletide Season. Take note of this advisory from the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) regarding Metro Manila traffic.
Even though the Amihan had weakened, gale warning was raised in the northern and eastern seaboards of Northern Luzon, with rough to very rough sea conditions in the seaboards of Batanes, Calayan, Babuyan, the northern coasts of Cagayan, and Ilocos Norte, Isabela and the eastern coast of Cagayan. Small seacraft and fishing boats in these areas are not advised to venture out into the seas.
Meanwhile, light to moderate rains and isolated thunderstorms expected to prevail in the Bicol region and Eastern Visayas, due to the effect of the Tail-End of a Cold Front. Amihan will still be bringing cold weather and light rains over Cagayan Valley Region, while good weather with isolated light rains is expected over Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon. Generally fair weather is expected in Visayas and Mindanao, but there’s a possibility of localized thunderstorms especially in the afternoon or in the evening.
Now that 2015 is about to end, let us welcome 2016 by taking a look at the list of nationwide holidays for next year.
By virtue of Proclamation No. 1105 and 1071 series of 2015, we can look forward to six long weekends with the following days declared as holidays:
January 1, 2016, Friday – New Year’s Day (Regular holiday / Long Weekend)
January 2, 2016, Saturday – Additional special non-working day
February 8, 2016, Monday – Chinese New Year (Special non-working day/ Long Weekend)
February 25, 2016 – EDSA People Power Revolution (Special non-working day by virtue of Proclamation No. 1071, s. 2015)
March 24, 2016 – Maundy Thursday (Regular holiday / Long Weekend)
March 25, 2016 – Good Friday (Regular holiday)
March 26, 2016 – Black Saturday (Special non-working day)
April 9, 2016, Saturday – Araw ng Kagitingan (Regular holiday)
May 1, 2016, Sunday – Labor Day (Regular holiday)
June 12, 2016, Sunday – Independence Day (Regular holiday)
August 21, 2016, Sunday – Ninoy Aquino Day (Special non-working day)
August 29, 2016, Monday – National Heroes Day (Regular holiday / Long
Weekend)
October 31, 2016, Monday – Additional special non-working day / Long Weekend)
November 1, 2016, Tuesday – All Saints Day (Special non-working day)
November 30, 2016, Wednesday – Bonifacio Day (Regular holiday)
December 24, 2016, Saturday – Additional special non-working day
December 25, 2016, Sunday – Christmas Day (Regular holiday)
December 30, 2016, Friday – Rizal Day (Regular holiday / Long Weekend)
December 31, 2016, Saturday – Additional special non-working day
But remember, before finalizing your travel plans, make sure to download the PanahonTV Mobile App for the latest up-to-the-minute weather updates.
It also pays to be updated on the weather the whole year round, so make it a habit to catch PanahonTV on People’s Television, Mondays to Sundays at 5 AM, and our weekday hourly updates from 6:00 to 9:00 PM.
(source: http://www.gov.ph/2015/08/26/nationwide-holidays-2016/)
There’s a scientific reason why we eat more during Christmas. Because the
weather is cooler, stocking up on calories is a way to lower our body
temperature. But remember that when it comes to eating, quality trumps
quantity. Choose your calories well, and your Christmas is sure to be healthier
and merrier! Here are five healthy eats perfect for the holiday season.
This Bicolano dish cooked with taro leaves, coconut milk, meat and chili gives
your body instant heat and nutrition. To make it even healthier, you can do away
with the meat altogether. Laing can be very nutritious, with taro leaves that have
dietary fiber that helps in weight loss and lowering blood pressure.
Another Bicolano dish that packs heat, this recipe calls for pork, coconut milk
and chili. Don’t scrimp on the coconut milk—it’s chock-full of vitamins,
electrolytes, potassium, calcium and chloride.
This warm breakfast fare is made of soybean custard mixed with brown sugar
syrup and sago. It’s rich in protein, and helps decrease cholesterol levels. In some
studies, it’s said to prevent heart disease.
Tablea or cocoa tablets are boiled in water, and stirred constantly for it to
thicken. This rich chocolate drink is not only the perfect companion during cold
weather, it also has numerous health benefits, such as lowering blood pressure,
preventing cavities, aiding weight loss and regulating blood sugar levels.
The tablea makes another appearance in this favorite breakfast item: chocolate
rice porridge or champorado that’s best consumed in cold weather, and topped
with dried fish. Make your champorado healthier and tastier with a dash of
muscovado sugar and calcium-rich milk!
Here’s how to cook the perfect champorado:
* Boil water in a cooking pot.
* Put 2 to 3 tablea, depending on how many servings you are cooking. Let
the tablea dissolve in the boiling water.
* Add the sticky rice. Stir constantly to prevent it from sticking to the
bottom of the pot. Let the rice absorb the water for about 15-25 minutes
in low to medium heat.
* Add and stir in the sugar and milk.
Have a yummy Christmas, everyone!
Sources: Source:
http://travel.cnn.com/explorations/eat/40-delicious-filipino-dishes-157035
http://www.glnaturals.com/cacao-tablea.html
http://www.seedguides.info/coconut-milk/
A Taho a day, keeps the doctor away
http://behealthyandwell.com/2014/07/rice-chocolate-porridge-or-
champorado-recipe/
Though according to the International Research Institute (IRI), the strong El Nino could be felt this month, reaching its peak in February 2016, the Northeast Monsoon or the Amihan still manages to bring cold weather during dawn and/or evening. Today, it is forecast to affect Northern Luzon, bringing light rains over Batanes, Calayan and the Babuyan Group of Islands. Meanwhile, Metro Manila and the rest of Luzon are expected to experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains. Visayas and Mindanao will experience generally fair weather conditions.
Gale warning is back, and was raised in the northern and western seaboards of Northern Luzon. Because of the alert of big waves due to the rough to very rough sea conditions, fisherfolk and those with small seacraft are not allowed from venturing into the said seaboards.
Meanwhile, according to PAGASA, we are still not expecting any weather disturbance both inside and outside our boundary within the next three (3) days. However, it is advisable to continuously monitor updates about the weather.
Moderately cold weather and light rains due to Amihan still prevail in Northern Luzon. It will also bring fair weather with isolated light rains in the rest of Luzon, including Metro Manila. Meanwhile, generally fair weather with a chance of localized thunderstorms is expected in the rest of the country. According to PAGASA Weather Forecaster Jun Galang, aside from the strong El Nino, easterlies might affect our weather in the next days, bringing humid winds in the eastern section of our country.
Gale warnings have now been lifted. Venturing into the seaboards of Northern Luzon is now safe. However, continuous monitoring of updates is recommended.
Meanwhile, Galang added that we are not expecting weather disturbances both inside and outside our boundary within the next three (3) days.
The Northeast Monsoon, popularly known as Amihan, continues its surge as we welcome December. Lower temperatures and light rains will be experienced in the regions of Batanes, Calayan and Babuyan Group of Islands.
PAGASA weather forecaster Jun Galang said, within 2-3 days, Amihan is expected to dominate.
Meanwhile, isolated rain showers are still possible in the metro and the rest of the country.
December Weather
Here are the other weather systems expected to prevail during this month.
