Easterlies to bring scattered rain over Mindanao; heat index to reach dangerous levels in 4 areas

The easterlies will continue to be the dominant weather system in the Philippines, bringing scattered rain and thunderstorms to parts of Mindanao, specifically Davao Oriental, Davao del Sur, Sarangani, Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi.

Residents in these areas are advised to remain vigilant due to the possibility of flash floods or landslides, particularly during moderate to heavy rainfall.

The rest of the country will experience partly cloudy to cloudy weather with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms.

The cold breeze from the northeast monsoon, or "amihan," is expected to return in the next few days but may only affect parts of Northern Luzon.

Meanwhile, PAGASA forecasts the heat index to reach dangerous levels in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro (42 degrees Celsius); Legazpi City, Albay (43℃); Virac, Catanduanes (43℃); and Pili, Camarines Sur (43℃).

Heat indices between 42°C and 51°C are classified as within the "danger level" and increase the likelihood of heat-related issues.