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Seasons in the Philippines
The Philippines has two main seasons because it is located near the equator. Instead of
four seasons like other countries, the country experiences:
● Dry Season (Tagtuyot)
● Wet Season (Tag-ulan)
2. Dry Season
The dry season usually has little to no rainfall and more sunny days.
It has two parts:
● Cool, Dry Season: November to February – cooler and more comfortable weather.
● Hot, Dry Season: March to May – hotter temperatures and very sunny days.
Possible Effects:
● Good for outdoor activities and travel
● Can cause heat-related problems or drought if there is too little rain.
3. Wet Season
The wet season is the time when rainfall is frequent. It is mainly caused by the southwest
monsoon (Habagat).
Common Characteristics:
● Frequent rain and storms
● Possible typhoons
● Increased water supply for crops and rivers
Possible Effects:
● Helps crops grow
● May cause flooding and water-related diseases.
4. Weather Factors in the Philippines
Some important factors that affect the country’s weather include:
● Temperature: Average about 26.6°C. Higher places like mountains are cooler.
● Humidity: The air contains a lot of moisture because the country is surrounded by
water.
● Rainfall: Varies by location and is influenced by winds and mountains.
5. Important Idea to Remember
The two seasons influence people’s activities, agriculture, and daily life, so it is important
to choose appropriate activities depending on the season.
Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4
1. TINIO 1. MISAL 1. YUTO 1. OMAC
2. ANTONIO 2. AWATIN 2. AYING 2. BAHALA
3. CABRERA 3. DATAHAN 3. ELEGUIR 3. ESTEMBER
4. LOPENA 4. MACAPAS 4. NAMOC 4. TRINIDAD
5. MERCADO 5. PICATO 5. RAYPON 5. DE LA
SERNA
6. PONTINO 6. SAAVEDRA 6. TAMIOK
6. GOLORAN
7. BARANDA 7. BIONG 7. BUEZA
7. NAPIZA
8. DUROY 8. LUBAY 8. MADELO
8. OLAIS
9. PASCUAL 9. PLANA 9. PONGGO
9. POSTANES
10.SEGALES
11.YU