The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said the country will remain free of tropical cyclones this week, although hot and humid conditions with possible afternoon or evening thunderstorms are expected.
Veronica Torres, PAGASA weather specialist, said easterlies or warm winds coming from the Pacific Ocean will continue to affect most parts of the country through Monday, April 20, bringing generally fair weather but with rising daytime temperatures.
Despite the mostly fair conditions, localized thunderstorms may still develop in the afternoon or evening, particularly in inland areas.
Northern Luzon, meanwhile, is expected to experience a lower chance of rain due to a ridge of high pressure extending across the area, which is associated with fair weather.
From Tuesday to Wednesday, April 21 to 22, easterlies will persist, resulting in partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.
A similar weather pattern is expected from Thursday to Friday, April 23 to 24, although eastern sections of the country may see a higher likelihood of rain.
PAGASA also said Severe Tropical Storm Sinlaku, which remains outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility, is not expected to affect the country.
As of Sunday, the storm was located about 2,770 kilometers east-northeast of extreme Northern Luzon and was moving northeastward at 25 kilometers per hour, away from the country.