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In the Philippines, three seasons are recognized: • Tag-init (the hot season from March to May) • Tag-ulan (a rainy season from June through November)

• Tag-lamig (a cold season that persists from December through February) In the southwest, the monsoon season from May through October is called Habagat. From November through April, the cool dry winds in the northeast monsoon are called “Amihan.” If El Niño or La Niña impacts the Philippines, weather conditions can be affected significantly. El Niño causes droughts and dry weather, while La Niña causes rainy weather and flooding. For tourists coming to the Philippines, there are two approaches to take. They can either figure out when they’d like to come and choose a destination based on where the best weather will be, or decide on the weather they want in a certain

A short video on the geography of the Philippines.

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