Heat index forecast to reach 43°C in Coron, Dipolog – Pagasa

Inquirer.net - Nov 5, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Coron in Palawan and Dipolog in Zamboanga del Norte are forecast to record the highest heat index at 43°C on Thursday, Nov. 5, according to the state weather bureau. This is based on the latest heat index forecast issued by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). Both areas are

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