Bushman's Typhoon Blog: T2K Philippine Tropical Outlook [for week March 17-23, 2008]

Typhoon2000 Philippine Tropical Outlook

For Week: MARCH 17-23, 2008 [MONDAY TO SUNDAY]

Issued: 7:00 AM MANILA TIME (23:00 GMT) SAT 15 MARCH 2008
Next Update: 7:00 AM (23:00 GMT) SAT 23 MARCH
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[1] An increased chance of above-average rainfall across Central and
Southern Philippines. The slightly strong La Niña conditions is expected
to result in enhanced rainfall in this region during the period.
Confidence: MODERATE.

[2] The passage of Mid-Latitude Frontal System over Southern Japan
& strong High Pressure Area over China may bring strong & cool north-
easterly winds accompanied with some rainshowers along Northern
& Central Philippines (from Batanes down to Bicol & Northern Visayas).
This wind system is commonly known as the Northeast (NE) Monsoon which
started in November and ends in late March. Confidence: LOW.

Important Note: Please keep in mind that the above weekly tropical forecast outlook, does
not guarantee 100% accuracy! Errors & changes can happen within the designated outlook week.
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> This outlook is issued for planners every Saturday. The next Outlook
will be issued on March 22, 2008.

Sources: NOAA Global Benefits/Hazards Assessment & Various Numerical Computer Models
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>> To know the meteorological terminologies and acronyms
   used on this update visit the ff:

    http://typhoon2000.ph/tcterm.htm
    http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/aboutgloss.shtml
    http://www.srh.noaa.gov/oun/severewx/glossary.php
    http://www.srh.weather.gov/fwd/glossarynation.html
    http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/acronyms.shtml
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