Amihan no longer affecting PH; easterlies prevail

Inquirer.net - Nov 14, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The northeast monsoon, or “amihan,” has weakened and is no longer affecting the country, the state weather bureau said on Saturday. In its 5 a.m. forecast, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) announced that it is the easterlies that continue to prevail, affecting the eastern portion of the country.

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