Amihan brings record-cold temps to Baguio

The temperature in Baguio City is expected to continue dropping due to the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan), according to PAGASA's report on Monday.

Weather specialist Chenel Dominguez noted that Amihan arrived late this year because of consecutive tropical storms last year, which usually brings cold weather by December or early January.

Benguet recorded its lowest temperature at 13°C on January 7th, while Baguio City reached a low of 13.8°C on January 13th.

Dominguez warned that single-digit temperatures are possible in the coming days and advised residents to prepare for colder conditions similar to previous Amihan seasons where temperatures as low as 9°C were recorded.

Dr. Gerald Belandres, a general physician, urged the public to protect themselves from respiratory infections and high blood pressure during cold weather by dressing warmly, staying hydrated, and sharing body warmth with others.

The cold spell is expected to persist until March before giving way to the dry season, while Amihan is also set to affect the Visayas region in the coming week.