63jili 9⁰C-level temperature seen for Baguio, upland Luzon in February

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Pagasa – Baguio synoptic station (PNA file photo by Liza T. Agoot)

BAGUIO CITY — Temperatures of around 9 degrees Celsius is expected in mountainous areas of Luzon in February, a weather specialist of the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA) bared.

Larry Esperanza, DOST-PAGASA Baguio synoptic station weather specialist, during the Cordillera Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (CDRRMC) meeting here, forecasts temperature in mountainous Luzon to range between 9.4 degrees to 26.9 degrees C.

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He said the lowest expected temperature this January is around 10.2 degrees C, while it is 11.9 degrees C in March and 12.2 degrees C in April.

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On Friday, PAGASA-Baguio recorded a 15-degree C temperature, higher than the previous day’s 14.4 degrees.

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The lowest temperature recorded since last December is 14 degrees C, recorded on Dec. 20, 2024.

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Esperanza said the temperature is affected by the shear line and the northeast monsoon.

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Other weather systems seen to affect the temperate in Northern Luzon include the frontal system, low pressure area, tropical cyclones, localized thunderstorms, easterlies, ridge of high pressure areas and intertropical convergence zone.

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Doctor’s advise

Considering the high elevation of Baguio and other Cordillera provinces, health authorities have advised the public to boost their immune system by getting enough rest, ensuring a balanced diet and keeping their body warm.

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Data from the City Health Services Office shows that 6,588 influenza-like illness (ILI) were recorded from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2024, up by 249 percent than the 1,738 cases in 2023.

The CHSO said ILI cases showed an increase at the start of the year.

Dr. Celia Flor Brillantes, city health officer, earlier urged the public to seek medical consultation when not feeling well, noting that medical services are provided free at the different rural health units in Baguio.

“Huwag tayong matakot sa gastos dahil andyan po ang gubyerno na tutulong sa atin, lalo na kapag may sakit,” she said.

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