For many Filipinos, the first question upon waking up today was probably not, “What’s for breakfast?”
It was more likely, “May pasok ba?”
Heavy and persistent rain continued to affect Metro Manila and several provinces on Friday, August 7, 2026. Although Maymay has already weakened into a low-pressure area, the weather disturbance is not completely over. The Southwest Monsoon, locally known as Habagat, remains active and continues to bring rain, strong winds and possible flooding to large parts of Luzon and Western Visayas.
As a result, classes were suspended or shifted away from face-to-face learning in several cities, municipalities and provinces. Rainfall warnings were also raised in areas where flooding and landslides remained possible or, in some places, already expected.
Here is a comprehensive look at Maymay, the enhanced Habagat, the latest #WalangPasok announcements and the safety reminders everyone should know.
Update: This article reflects official information available at approximately 11:49 a.m. on August 7, 2026. Weather warnings and suspension announcements can change within the day.
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Maymay and Habagat quick update
Here are the most important developments:
- Maymay weakened into a low-pressure area over the Philippine Sea.
- PAGASA issued its final tropical cyclone bulletin for Maymay at 5 a.m.
- The former tropical cyclone was located approximately 565 kilometers east of Echague, Isabela as of 3 a.m.
- The Southwest Monsoon was affecting Central Luzon, Southern Luzon and the western portion of Visayas.
- Monsoon rains and occasional heavy rain continued over several areas.
- Red, orange and yellow rainfall warnings were raised in parts of Luzon, Mindoro, Antique, Aklan and Palawan.
- Several local governments suspended classes or canceled face-to-face learning.
- Strong to gale-force wind gusts remained possible in exposed coastal and upland areas.
PAGASA advised the public to continue monitoring official weather bulletins even though Maymay was no longer classified as a tropical cyclone.
What happened to Bagyong Maymay?
Maymay had already weakened into a low-pressure area by early Friday morning.
At 3 a.m. on August 7, the former tropical cyclone was estimated at 565 kilometers east of Echague, Isabela. PAGASA issued its final tropical cyclone bulletin at 5 a.m., officially announcing that Maymay had weakened while over the Philippine Sea.
This means Maymay was no longer strong or organized enough to be classified as a tropical depression or tropical storm.
However, the weakening of a tropical cyclone does not automatically mean that the weather will immediately improve.
This is where the Habagat comes in.
Why is it still raining after Maymay weakened?
Habagat is the Filipino term for the Southwest Monsoon, a seasonal wind system that brings warm, moisture-filled air toward the Philippines from the southwest.
When this moisture reaches land and interacts with mountains, weather disturbances or other atmospheric systems, it can produce prolonged rain over the western sections of the country.
A tropical cyclone can strengthen or enhance the Habagat even when the cyclone itself is not directly over a particular province. This is why Metro Manila, Cavite, Bataan, Zambales, Occidental Mindoro and other western areas may experience heavy rain even when the center of a storm is far away.
Maymay may have weakened, but the Southwest Monsoon remained the main weather system affecting Central and Southern Luzon and western Visayas on August 7. PAGASA said Occidental Mindoro could experience monsoon rains, while Metro Manila and numerous nearby provinces could receive occasional rain.
In simple terms, Maymay weakened, but the moisture and winds associated with the Habagat did not suddenly disappear.
Which areas are affected by the Habagat?
According to PAGASA’s 4 a.m. public weather forecast, Occidental Mindoro was expected to experience monsoon rains that could become moderate to heavy and occasionally intense.
The following areas were forecast to receive occasional rain:
- Metro Manila
- Pangasinan
- La Union
- Benguet
- Zambales
- Bataan
- Tarlac
- Pampanga
- Bulacan
- Rizal
- Cavite
- Batangas
- Laguna
- Antique
PAGASA warned that the rain in these areas could cause flash floods or landslides, particularly in communities that are low-lying, mountainous or already saturated by previous rainfall.
The rest of Luzon and Western Visayas were forecast to experience cloudy skies with scattered rain and thunderstorms due to the Southwest Monsoon.
Other parts of the country could still experience isolated thunderstorms. These localized storms can sometimes produce sudden heavy rain, lightning and strong winds, even when the morning appears relatively calm.
Latest rainfall warnings
PAGASA uses rainfall warnings to help residents understand the possible severity of the rain and the risk of flooding.
The warning levels may change every few hours, so residents should always check the newest bulletin rather than relying on a screenshot posted earlier in the day.
Red rainfall warning
A red rainfall warning is the highest of the three rainfall warning levels. It means serious flooding is expected, especially in low-lying and flood-prone communities. Landslides may also occur in mountainous areas.
At 11 a.m. on August 7, PAGASA placed the following areas under a red rainfall warning:
- Occidental Mindoro
- Caluya, Antique
Residents in these areas were advised to prepare for serious flooding in vulnerable communities and possible landslides near slopes and mountainous locations.
Orange rainfall warning
An orange rainfall warning means flooding is threatening and residents should be prepared to take action.
At 11 a.m., the orange warning covered Zambales, Bataan and selected areas of Cavite, Batangas, Pampanga and Bulacan.
In the Visayas and Mimaropa weather monitoring area, orange warnings were also raised over:
- Libertad, Antique
- Buruanga, Malay and Nabas in Aklan
- Busuanga and Coron in Palawan
People living near rivers, creeks, drainage channels, steep slopes and areas with a history of flooding should remain particularly alert.
Yellow rainfall warning
A yellow rainfall warning means flooding is possible in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
As of 11 a.m., Metro Manila and Rizal were among the locations under the yellow warning. Selected parts of Tarlac, Pampanga, Bulacan, Quezon, Batangas, Laguna and Cavite were also included.
In Western Visayas and nearby areas, yellow warnings covered Ibajay in Aklan, Pandan and Sebaste in Antique, and Culion in Palawan.
A yellow warning should not be ignored. Conditions can worsen, particularly when rain continues for several hours or water from higher areas begins flowing toward low-lying communities.
#WalangPasok: Class suspensions for August 7, 2026
Several local government units announced class suspensions because of the continuing rain caused by Maymay and the Habagat.
The suspension terms were not identical in every area. Some local governments canceled all classes, while others suspended only face-to-face learning. One university shifted to asynchronous classes.
Announcements reported as of Friday morning included the following areas:
Pangasinan
- Bugallon: No face-to-face classes at all levels in public and private schools
- Dagupan City: No face-to-face classes at all levels
- San Carlos City: No face-to-face classes at all levels in public and private schools
- Mangaldan: No face-to-face classes at all levels in public and private schools
Cordillera Administrative Region
- Benguet: No face-to-face classes at all levels in public and private schools
- La Trinidad: Classes suspended at all levels in public and private schools
- Baguio City: No face-to-face classes from preschool to Grade 12 in public and private schools
Central Luzon
- San Fernando, Pampanga: No face-to-face classes at all levels in public and private schools
- Hermosa, Bataan: No face-to-face classes at all levels in public and private schools
Calabarzon
- Cavite: Classes suspended at all levels in public and private schools
- Naic, Cavite: No face-to-face classes at all levels in public and private schools
- Laguna: Classes suspended at all levels in public and private schools
Mimaropa
- Santa Cruz, Occidental Mindoro: Classes suspended at all levels in public and private schools
Metro Manila
Suspension announcements included:
- Caloocan City
- Malabon City
- Valenzuela City
- Quezon City
- Marikina City
- City of Manila
- Las Piñas City
- Muntinlupa City
- Parañaque City
The exact coverage differed among cities. For example, some announcements applied to all levels and both public and private schools, while Quezon City’s announcement specifically covered public child development centers, kindergarten and Grades 1 to 12.
Marikina and Manila announced the cancellation of both face-to-face and online classes, while several other cities specifically suspended face-to-face learning.
University announcement
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University announced a shift to asynchronous classes.
Because announcements may be updated during the day, students, parents and employees should still check the verified pages of their local government and school.
No face-to-face classes versus no classes
One detail that can easily cause confusion is the difference between these announcements:
- No face-to-face classes
- Classes suspended
- No face-to-face and online classes
- Shift to asynchronous learning
They do not always mean the same thing.
When an announcement says no face-to-face classes, a school may still conduct online sessions or assign asynchronous activities, depending on its instructions.
When both face-to-face and online classes are suspended, students are generally not expected to attend scheduled online lessons. However, schools may provide separate instructions about assignments or revised deadlines.
Asynchronous learning usually means students complete lessons and activities on their own schedule rather than attending a live class.
Always read the complete announcement. Do not rely only on a graphic that says “Walang Pasok” because the caption may contain important details about the grade levels, schools and learning arrangements covered.
Who decides whether classes are suspended?
Class suspensions can come from several authorities, depending on the situation.
Under Department of Education guidelines, schools and local officials have responsibilities when natural disasters, power interruptions and other emergencies affect the safety of students and personnel. Local chief executives may implement localized suspensions when weather conditions or flooding create risks within their jurisdictions.
Private schools and colleges may also issue their own announcements, particularly when a local suspension does not clearly cover their institution.
Parents still need to use their judgment. DepEd has previously emphasized that parents have the ultimate responsibility for determining whether it is safe for their children to travel, even when no formal suspension has been announced.
A student should never be forced to cross dangerous floodwater simply because classes were not officially suspended.
Where should you check for reliable #WalangPasok announcements?
During bad weather, fake graphics and outdated announcements can spread quickly.
Before sharing a suspension notice, check these sources:
- Official Facebook page of your city or municipal government
- Official page of the mayor or governor
- Official page of your school, college or university
- Department of Education division or regional office
- PAGASA weather bulletins
- Verified news organizations
Check the date carefully. A suspension graphic from a previous storm can easily circulate again, especially when the name of the location remains the same.
Also confirm whether the announcement covers:
- Public schools only or both public and private schools
- Preschool, elementary, high school or all levels
- Face-to-face classes only
- Online and asynchronous classes
- The entire province or only selected municipalities
What commuters should expect
Persistent monsoon rain can affect daily travel even in places where flooding is initially shallow.
Commuters may encounter:
- Slower traffic
- Flooded intersections
- Longer queues for public transportation
- Rerouted jeepneys and buses
- Reduced availability of motorcycles and ride-hailing vehicles
- Suspended ferry or boat trips
- Delayed flights
- Poor visibility on roads
- Sudden road closures
Leave additional travel time and avoid routes that regularly flood. A road that appears passable in the morning may become dangerous after another hour of heavy rain.
Motorcycle passengers should be particularly careful. Wet roads reduce traction, while painted road markings, metal covers and loose gravel can become slippery.
Do not pressure a driver to cross deep floodwater. Aside from the danger of being stranded, moving vehicles can create waves that push water into nearby houses and establishments.
Advice for travelers
Travelers with flights, ferry trips or provincial bus schedules should check directly with their operator before leaving for the terminal.
PAGASA warned of rough to very rough seas in several coastal areas. Sea travel was considered risky in waters under a gale warning, while small vessels and motorbancas were advised not to travel in rough conditions.
Even when a trip has not been officially canceled, passengers may experience delays because of:
- Port inspections
- Rough sea conditions
- Road flooding
- Reduced visibility
- Aircraft rotation delays
- Crew and vehicle availability
Keep your phone charged and save screenshots of your ticket and booking details. Bring drinking water, essential medicine and a power bank in case you are delayed.
What to do during heavy rain and flooding
Avoid walking through floodwater
Floodwater may contain sewage, sharp objects, open drainage channels and contaminated chemicals.
It can also hide potholes or missing manhole covers. Water that looks shallow may have a strong current, particularly near canals, rivers and drainage outlets.
Stay away from electrical hazards
Do not touch electrical posts, wires, appliances or metal structures while standing in water.
Report fallen power lines immediately and keep other people away from the area.
When water begins entering the house, switch off the main electrical supply only when it is safe to reach the breaker without touching water.
Watch nearby rivers and creeks
People living near rivers should monitor official water-level updates.
Do not wait until water enters your home before preparing important documents, medicine, food, clothing and electronic devices.
Follow evacuation instructions from barangay officials. Evacuating early is usually safer than trying to leave when roads are already flooded.
Be alert for landslides
Residents near steep slopes should watch for possible warning signs such as:
- New cracks in the ground or walls
- Leaning trees or posts
- Small rocks or soil falling from a slope
- Unusual sounds from the hillside
- Muddy water suddenly flowing from the ground
Move away from the area and contact local authorities when signs of slope movement appear.
Preparing a simple emergency bag
A household emergency bag does not need to be expensive or complicated.
Include practical items such as:
- Drinking water
- Ready-to-eat food
- Essential medicines
- First-aid supplies
- Flashlight
- Spare batteries
- Power bank
- Charging cables
- Whistle
- Raincoat
- Face masks
- Hygiene products
- Copies of important documents
- A small amount of cash
- Extra clothing
- Supplies for babies, older adults or pets
Place documents and electronic devices inside waterproof bags.
Keep the emergency bag near an exit where it can be reached quickly.
Will the rain continue through the weekend?
PAGASA’s weekly outlook indicated that Habagat-related rain could continue in parts of western Luzon through the weekend and into the beginning of the following week.
From Sunday to Tuesday, August 9 to 11, occasional rain was expected over Zambales and Bataan. Metro Manila, the Ilocos Region, the Cordillera Administrative Region, the rest of Central Luzon, Calabarzon, Occidental Mindoro and Antique could experience cloudy skies with scattered rain and thunderstorms.
Weather conditions may still change, so this should not be treated as a fixed prediction for every hour of the day.
There may be periods when the rain temporarily stops. However, a rain break does not necessarily mean the Habagat has ended.
Frequently asked questions
Is Maymay still a tropical cyclone?
No. PAGASA announced at 5 a.m. on August 7 that Maymay had weakened into a low-pressure area.
Why is it still raining?
The Southwest Monsoon continues to bring moisture and rain over Central and Southern Luzon and the western section of Visayas.
Are all classes in Metro Manila suspended?
No single nationwide announcement automatically covered every school and level. Several Metro Manila local governments announced suspensions, but the coverage differed by city.
Check your city and school’s official announcement before assuming that all face-to-face, online or college classes are canceled.
Does “no face-to-face classes” mean there are no online classes?
Not necessarily. Schools may shift to online or asynchronous learning unless the announcement specifically states that online classes are also suspended.
What does a red rainfall warning mean?
It means serious flooding is expected in vulnerable areas. Residents should be ready to evacuate when instructed.
Can rainfall warnings change during the day?
Yes. PAGASA updates rainfall warnings as conditions develop. An area may be upgraded, downgraded or removed from the warning list.
Is it safe to travel by sea?
Travelers should check the latest gale warning and contact their shipping company or the Philippine Coast Guard. PAGASA warned that rough or very rough seas could make travel dangerous in several coastal areas.
Final thoughts
The weakening of Maymay is encouraging, but it does not mean the danger from heavy rain has completely passed.
The Habagat remains active, and several areas continue to face the possibility of flooding, landslides, rough seas and transportation disruptions. The red rainfall warning over Occidental Mindoro and Caluya, along with orange and yellow warnings in other areas, shows why residents should keep monitoring official updates.
For students and parents, read the complete #WalangPasok announcement rather than relying on a headline or shared graphic. Confirm whether the suspension covers your school, grade level and learning arrangement.
Most importantly, do not take unnecessary risks.
Classes, meetings and travel plans can be rescheduled. Crossing dangerous floodwater or ignoring an evacuation notice can have much more serious consequences.
Stay dry, keep your phone charged and continue following PAGASA and your local government for the latest information.
