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ITCZ to drench Palawan, Visayas, and Mindanao Wednesday
The intertropical convergence zone will bring persistent rainfall to southern and central Philippine regions on Wednesday, while most of Luzon expects fair weather conditions. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration issued the advisory in its early morning forecast.
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The Philippines' state weather bureau warned Wednesday of continued wet conditions across Palawan and scattered areas of the Visayas and Mindanao due to the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ), a band of low pressure where northeast and southeast trade winds converge near the equator.
Residents and travelers in the affected southern and central regions should prepare for rain throughout the day, with potential impacts on outdoor activities and travel plans. The ITCZ typically brings heavy moisture and cloud cover to areas directly in its path.
Meanwhile, the bulk of Luzon island is expected to experience generally fair weather on Wednesday, allowing for clearer skies and drier conditions across the nation's largest island group. The contrast reflects the ITCZ's positioning over the central and southern portions of the archipelago.
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration continues to monitor the system and may issue updated forecasts as conditions evolve throughout the week.