(UNIT13) Weather in the Philippines

It is defined as the changes in the conditions of the atmosphere over a short period of time.

• Climate

• Weather

• Monsoon

• Humidity

PAGASA stands for __________

• Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Astronomy

• Philippine Atmospheric, Google, and Astronomical Services Administration

• Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration

• Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Admins

In the water cycle, water drops from clouds in the form of rain. This process is known as _________.

• Precipitation

• Rainfall

• Hail

• Snow

It is the measure of hotness or coldness of a certain body or object.

• Weather

• Climate

• ITCZ

• Temperature

The more prominent and prepared-for season in the country is the __________​. It is also called as the wet season​. It lasts from June until October or November.

• Season Disruptions

• Rainy season

• Dry season

• El Niño

During this season, Filipinos pursue outdoor activities and take breaks from work or school. It lasts from March until May.

• Season Disruptions

• El Niño

• Rainy season

• Dry season

The Southwest monsoon is locally known as __________ It blows from the southwest from May to September. It brings warm, moist air to the western parts of the archipelago.

• Hanging habagat

• Hanging amihan

• Low pressure

• High pressure

It’s a good choice for outdoor activities and long travels. Some of these outdoor activities include rock climbing, hiking, diving and conducting some field sports.

• Dry season activities

• Rainy season activities

• Recreational activities

• Seasonal activities

It is best for indoor activities and recreation. Some of these recreational activities are wakeboarding, indoor wall climbing, and museum hopping.

• Rainy season activities

• Recreational activities

• Seasonal activities

• Dry season activities

In terms of farming and agricultural activities, it can be said that the dry season is a disadvantage due to the fact that crop yields are often limited by insufficient rainfall.

• Seasonal activities

• Livelihood activities

• Hiking activity

• Water activities