The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said up to 17 cyclones are expected to develop or enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) from this month until January 2026, two or three of which may happen this August.
The prevailing southwest monsoon or Habagat, PAGASA said, will continue to bring rains, particularly in several areas across Luzon. The country, it added, could experience two to four cyclones in September and October; two or three in November; one or two in December; and zero or one in January.
The weather agency said a tropical cyclone-like vortex could possibly develop in the eastern part of the country until August 7, but has a slim chance to develop into a cyclone.