This Week in Metro Manila (May 20 to 26, 2019)

Metro Manila goes back to normal after the national and local elections. For travel news, read on!

By: Denisse Shawntel Tan | May 20, 2019

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Motorists use the NLEX to travel between Manila and Central and Northern Luzon.

Image: NLEX Corporation Facebook Page

The country is still preoccupied with the results of the recently concluded national and local elections. But if you’re traveling to Metro Manila this week, prepare for some changes in the weather, which is slowly transitioning from sunny to rainy. Chances for thunderstorms will increase greatly over the week. However, the temperature is still expected to be warm. Meanwhile, the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) will be renamed to Marcelo H. Del Pilar Expressway after the Congress approved House Bill 8958.

Weather: Rainy weather will become more frequent

The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has yet to announce the start of rainy season, but Metro Manila will experience frequent rain showers this week. Thunderstorms are expected for the whole week, but the temperature will remain warm. The daytime temperature will fall between 33 °C to 34 °C, while a slightly cooler atmosphere is expected at night with a temperature range of 24 °C to 28 °C [1].

Always bring an umbrella in your bag to protect yourself against the rain. Other rain-protective gears such as raincoats and boots might also come in handy, especially for those who live in flood-prone areas. Make sure to monitor the news for weather updates in the following days.

Travel News: NLEX to be renamed via new House Bill

The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) will be renamed to Marcelo H. Del Pilar Expressway (MHDPEX) after the congress approved House Bill 8958. The change in name will honor the deeds of Marcelo H. del Pilar.

The NLEX was built in 1965 and spans over 97 kilometers. It is the connecting road between Metro Manila and Central and Northern Luzon [2].

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[1] http://bit.ly/2GYJVXW
[2] http://bit.ly/2VruZ8V

About Denisse Shawntel Tan

Denisse Tan is currently a work in progress: she’s an aspiring writer, artist, and fashion designer! She’s trying to figure out how to manage her time in achieving all of her goals while also taking in life as humanly possible. Aside from art, she’s a big fan of the color pink, disco music, Bratz dolls, and Genshin Impact. By age 35, she plans to travel to New York City 🗽.

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