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Enhanced Southwest Monsoon Brings Rain to Metro Manila and 11 Luzon Areas

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The enhanced southwest monsoon, or habagat, is bringing monsoon rain to Metro Manila and 11 other areas in Luzon, according to PAGASA’s advisory issued on August 29, 2026. Affected areas include Ilocos Sur, Pangasinan, La Union, Benguet, Bataan, Zambales, Tarlac, Pampanga, Bulacan, Rizal, and Cavite. Quezon City residents should be prepared for possible flooding, slippery roads, and travel delays, especially during commutes. This official weather advisory affects daily plans and outdoor activities across Metro Manila. The advisory does not specify exact rainfall amounts or flood warnings, so residents should monitor PAGASA updates and local government alerts. Keep rain gear ready, avoid flooded or fast-moving water, and stay indoors when conditions worsen.

Southwest Monsoon Brings Rain to Luzon; New LPA Forms Outside PAR

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The southwest monsoon continues to bring moderate to heavy rain to Zambales, Bataan, and Occidental Mindoro until Friday afternoon, August 14, according to PAGASA’s 5 p.m. advisory on August 13. A new low pressure area (LPA) has also formed outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). This weather advisory is relevant for Quezon City residents because the southwest monsoon can bring occasional rain and cloudy skies to Metro Manila, affecting daily commutes and outdoor plans. Staying informed helps residents prepare for possible flooding and travel delays. The heavy rain warning applies specifically to Zambales, Bataan, and Occidental Mindoro until Friday afternoon, August 14. Residents in affected areas should monitor PAGASA updates and take precautions against flooding, while those in Metro Manila should expect possible light to moderate rain and cloudy conditions.

PAGASA Warns of Heavy Rains, Flooding in Metro Manila Aug 10-11

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PAGASA has issued a weather advisory warning of moderate to intense rains from the southwest monsoon affecting over a dozen areas including Metro Manila from Monday afternoon, August 10, to Tuesday afternoon, August 11, 2026, with flooding likely. Quezon City residents should prepare for potential flooding, class suspensions, and travel disruptions as the southwest monsoon brings heavy rains that could affect daily commutes, work, and school schedules. Monitor PAGASA updates for real-time rainfall warnings; avoid low-lying areas prone to flooding; prepare emergency kits; check local government announcements for class or work suspensions; expect heavy traffic on major roads like EDSA and Commonwealth Avenue.

Tropical Depression Maymay Forms, May Enhance Monsoon Rains in Metro Manila

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Tropical Depression Maymay, the Philippines’ 13th tropical cyclone for 2026, formed off La Union on August 4. It may enhance the southwest monsoon, bringing rains to Metro Manila including Quezon City. Quezon City residents should monitor updates as enhanced monsoon rains could cause flooding, disrupt commutes, and affect outdoor activities in the coming days. The advisory helps residents prepare for possible heavy rainfall and plan their daily activities safely. PAGASA advises the public to monitor weather bulletins and avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rains. Residents should prepare emergency kits; no evacuation orders have been issued for Quezon City as of the August 4, 11 PM update.