A sixty-six percent chance of La Niña forming between September and October is predicted to bring more frequent typhoons to the Philippines.
(Picture of PAGASA)
This could continue into the first part of 2025.
However, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) stated that the experienced or continuing rainfall from La Niña is expected to be weak.
It could develop into 8 to 14 typhoons entering the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR),
In the coming September and October, PAGASA stated that up to 3 typhoons are expected to hit the country.
The levels of the major dams are expected to stay normal until November, but the Magat Dam in Isabela could possibly reach overflow levels or even exceed its maximum of 193 meters above sea level.