According to the new low pressure forecast from the Joint Typhoon Warning Center (JWTC), low pressure 98W is currently located south of Guam. This system is assessed to have an average chance of developing into a tropical depression in the next 24 hours.
Maximum sustained winds are also at 25-35 km/h.
Global models predict that 98W will continue to strengthen in the 36-48 low pressure area in the next 36-48 hours. In which, the GFS model shows the strongest increase.
The cluster models also agree on the development trend as the system moves westward.
The Philippine Atmospheric and Geophysical Agency (PAGASA) is also monitoring the low pressure area and forecasts that the system has a moderate chance of strengthening into a tropical depression in the next 24 hours.
Meanwhile, a newly formed low pressure is named 99W, operating in the Northwest Pacific region. This low pressure has a low probability of developing into a tropical depression in the next 24 hours.
According to PAGASA's storm/tropical depression forecast bulletin, during the week from November 6 to November 12, 2025, a low pressure area is likely to move into the Visayas region and southern Luzon, with a high possibility of continuing to strengthen and enter the East Sea.
Tourists planning to travel by cruise ship, participate in outdoor activities or visit tourist destinations in the Philippines, Taiwan (China) should closely monitor the latest weather reports. In early November, there may be heavy rain, rough seas and strong winds due to the influence of low pressure.
Tourists should prepare a backup plan, limit travel on bad weather days and always update the latest recommendations from the meteorological agency to ensure safety.
