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Back to headlinesAugust 20, 2026, 7:00 PM PHT

Weather · Public Safety

Neneng Weakens Into Remnant Low East of Taiwan as Luzon Weather Clears

PAGASA confirmed the cyclone's dissipation and a broader return to fairer weather across Luzon, with only localized thunderstorms remaining possible.

FMB News editorial visual for the dissipation of Tropical Depression NenengFMB News editorial visual
FMB News editorial visual accompanying the final Neneng weather update.FMB News editorial visualLicense details

Why this matters to Filipinos

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Verified facts

What happened

PAGASA confirmed Thursday afternoon that Tropical Depression Neneng had weakened into a remnant low-pressure area over waters east of Taiwan.

The approved FMB News evening package says the system had decoupled from the Southwest Monsoon, allowing heavy-rain warnings over western Luzon to be lifted and skies to gradually clear.

Context

Context

Neneng had enhanced monsoon rainfall over Luzon during the preceding days. Its weakening reduced the atmospheric pull that had been feeding widespread rain into the western side of the country.

Filipino relevance

Why this matters

The end of the cyclone's influence supports flood recovery and transport normalization, although localized thunderstorms and residual floodwater can still pose hazards.

What to watch next

What to watch next

PAGASA expects generally fairer weather with isolated afternoon or evening thunderstorms. Continue monitoring local advisories in areas where rivers, drainage systems and saturated slopes are still recovering.

Sources and public record

DOST-PAGASA / Inquirer.net: Pagasa sees improving weather as Neneng, habagat weaken (August 20, 2026, 4:50 PM PHT)