Humid, hotter weather to prevail as dry season startsPAGASA weather specialist Grace Castañeda said the temperature may continue to rise, bringing humid and hotter days ahead. MANILA, Philippines — Humid weather is starting to be felt nationwide as the dry season begins, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said yesterday. PAGASA weather specialist Grace Castañeda said the temperature may continue to rise, bringing humid and hotter days ahead. Exposure to an “extreme caution level” heat index, which ranges from 33 to 41 degrees Celsius, may cause heat cramps and exhaustion. Continuous activity under the “extreme caution level” heat index can lead to heat stroke.

Source: Philippine Star March 24, 2026 16:11 UTC