Excerpt:Tropical Storm Maymay made landfall in Magsingal, Ilocos Sur early Thursday, August 6, 2026, and is now crossing Northern Luzon. Baguio City and the entire province of Benguet are under Signal No. 1, while Signal No. 2 remains in effect over several areas in the Ilocos Region and western Cordillera.
Tropical Storm Maymay made landfall in the vicinity of Magsingal, Ilocos Sur and is now crossing the mountainous terrain of Northern Luzon, according to the tropical cyclone advisory issued by PAGASA at 5:00 AM on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
The center of Maymay was estimated in the vicinity of San Juan, Ilocos Sur based on available data, including observations from the Benguet Doppler Weather Radar.
Maymay maintained maximum sustained winds of 65 kilometers per hour near the center, with gustiness reaching up to 110 kilometers per hour.
The storm was moving eastward at 10 kilometers per hour.
PAGASA expects Maymay to continue weakening as it moves farther inland. It may weaken into a tropical depression within Thursday morning and could be downgraded into a remnant low by Thursday afternoon or evening.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | In the vicinity of San Juan, Ilocos Sur |
| Coordinates | 17.7°N, 120.5°E |
| Maximum sustained winds | 65 km/h |
| Gustiness | Up to 110 km/h |
| Movement | Eastward at 10 km/h |
| Current classification | Tropical storm |
| Landfall area | Vicinity of Magsingal, Ilocos Sur |
| Next PAGASA advisory | 8:00 AM, August 6, 2026 |
Baguio City and the entire province of Benguet are under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1.
Signal No. 1 means strong winds ranging from 39 to 61 kilometers per hour may affect the area. Intermittent rain may also be experienced.
PAGASA said these conditions may pose a minimal to minor threat to life and property.
Although Baguio City is not separately named in the list, it is covered by the wind signal raised over Benguet.
Residents should prepare for periods of strong winds and rain as Maymay crosses Northern Luzon and interacts with the Southwest Monsoon.
Winds may become stronger in exposed upland and mountainous locations, including:
Rain may also increase the risk of landslides, rockfalls, soil erosion, and road obstructions throughout Baguio City and Benguet.
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 2 remains in effect over Ilocos Norte and portions of Ilocos Sur, Apayao, Kalinga, and Mountain Province.
Signal No. 2 means gale-force winds ranging from 62 to 88 kilometers per hour may affect an area within approximately 24 hours.
PAGASA said these winds may pose a minor to moderate threat to life and property.
The entire province of Ilocos Norte is under Signal No. 2.
The following areas are under Signal No. 2:
The entire province of Abra is under Signal No. 2.
Areas under Signal No. 2 may experience gale-force winds of more than 62 kilometers per hour and up to 88 kilometers per hour.
Possible effects include:
Residents in areas under Signal No. 2 should avoid unnecessary travel and complete safety preparations before conditions worsen.
Outdoor activities involving children should be postponed.
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 is in effect over the following areas:
No areas in the Visayas or Mindanao are under a tropical cyclone wind signal as of the 5:00 AM advisory.
Signal No. 1 indicates that winds ranging from 39 to 61 kilometers per hour may affect an area. Intermittent rain may also be experienced.
Possible impacts include:
Residents under Signal No. 1 should inspect their homes, secure loose outdoor objects, clean drainage systems, and continue monitoring official weather updates.
PAGASA referred the public to Weather Advisory No. 18 for the detailed heavy rainfall outlook associated with Maymay and the Southwest Monsoon.
The tropical cyclone advisory did not specify rainfall amounts for Baguio City, Benguet, or other individual localities.
Heavy rainfall and strong winds may still affect communities outside the storm’s center and projected path.
Residents should remain alert for:
People living in areas identified as highly or very highly susceptible to flooding and landslides should be prepared to follow evacuation instructions from local authorities.
The Southwest Monsoon and the outer circulation of Maymay may bring strong to gale-force gusts over most of the country from Thursday through Saturday, August 6 to 8.
These gusts may be stronger in exposed coastal, upland, and mountainous locations.
Even areas outside tropical cyclone wind signals may experience sudden strong winds, particularly during periods of rain or thunderstorms.
After making landfall in Magsingal, Ilocos Sur, Maymay is expected to cross the mountainous terrain of Northern and Central Luzon.
Based on PAGASA’s latest forecast, the storm may emerge over the eastern coastal waters of Isabela or Cagayan.
PAGASA emphasized that the track may still shift within the forecast confidence cone.
The center of the storm is forecast to be in the vicinity of Tumauini, Isabela by Thursday afternoon.
| Date and Time | Forecast Location |
|---|---|
| August 6, 2:00 PM | In the vicinity of Tumauini, Isabela |
| August 7, 2:00 AM | 340 km east of Casiguran, Aurora |
The forecast positions may still change based on the storm’s interaction with the mountainous terrain.
Maymay is forecast to continue weakening while moving farther inland.
PAGASA said the storm will likely weaken into a tropical depression within Thursday morning.
It may then be downgraded into a remnant low by Thursday afternoon or evening.
However, an earlier weakening remains possible because of the storm’s interaction with the rugged terrain of Northern Luzon.
The remnant circulation of Maymay is expected to move generally southeastward before merging with the larger circulation of Tropical Cyclone Dolphin.
A Gale Warning remains in effect over the western seaboard of Northern Luzon.
Very rough seas with waves reaching up to five meters are expected over:
Waves reaching up to 4.5 meters are expected along the northern seaboard of Batanes.
Sea travel is considered dangerous for vessels of all types and sizes.
All mariners are advised to remain in port. Vessels already at sea should seek shelter or proceed to a safe harbor as soon as possible.
Waves reaching up to four meters are forecast over:
Waves reaching up to three meters are expected over:
Small vessels, including motorbancas, should not venture out to sea under these conditions.
Moderate seas with waves reaching two to 2.5 meters are also expected over several other coastal areas in Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao.
Operators of motorbancas and similarly sized vessels should take precautionary measures and avoid sailing whenever possible.
Residents are advised to:
Residents in areas under Signal No. 2 should remain indoors whenever conditions become dangerous. Those under Signal No. 1, including Baguio City and Benguet, should remain alert for sudden changes in wind, rain, and road conditions.
The next tropical cyclone advisory for Maymay will be issued by PAGASA at 8:00 AM on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
Source: DOST-PAGASA Tropical Cyclone Advisory for Tropical Storm Maymay, issued at 5:00 AM on August 6, 2026.
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