During which months does the Amihan typically occur?

During which months does the Amihan typically occur?

• A. May-September
• B. November-April
• C. January-February
• D. June-August

Answer: (B)

Amihan is the northeast monsoon season, bringing cooler, drier air across the Philippines. This prevailing wind pattern typically lasts from November through April, marking the dry, cooler part of the year. It ends as the Habagat, the southwest monsoon, begins around May and continues through October, bringing more rain and humidity. So the months November to April best capture the Amihan period. The other options either fall into the Habagat season (May–September, June–August) or cover only a portion of Amihan (January–February). In architecture, recognizing this wind pattern helps with designing ventilation strategies that work with the prevailing Amihan winds.