Mindanao, December 29, 2024 — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued a weather advisory for Mindanao, forecasting cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms throughout the region. This is attributed to the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), which is expected to bring moderate to heavy rains, raising concerns over possible flash floods and landslides.
City-Specific Weather Updates:
1. Laguindingan and Cagayan de Oro City:
Both areas will experience cloudy skies with rain showers and thunderstorms. Winds will range from light to moderate, coming from the northeast to northwest. Coastal waters will be slight to moderate with temperatures between 24°C and 29°C.
2. Malaybalay City:
Expect cloudy skies with rain showers and thunderstorms. Winds will also be light to moderate from the northeast to northwest. Temperatures will range from 19°C to 27°C.
3. Metro Davao:
Cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms are forecast. Winds are light to moderate from the northeast to northwest, with slight to moderate coastal waters. Temperatures will vary between 23°C and 30°C.
4. Zamboanga City:
Zamboanga City can expect cloudy conditions with thunderstorms. Winds will remain light to moderate from the northeast to northwest. Temperatures will range from 25°C to 32°C.
5. Surigao City:
Cloudy skies with scattered thunderstorms are expected, with moderate to strong winds coming from the east to northeast. Coastal waters will be moderate to rough, with waves reaching 2.1 to 3.7 meters. Temperatures will be between 23°C and 27°C.
6. Butuan City:
Butuan will experience cloudy skies and thunderstorms. Winds will be moderate to strong from the east to northeast, and coastal waters will be moderate to rough. Temperatures will range from 23°C to 28°C.
7. Cotabato City:
Cotabato City is forecast to have cloudy skies with rain showers and thunderstorms. Winds will be light to moderate from the northeast to northwest, and coastal waters will be slight to moderate. Temperatures will vary between 23°C and 30°C.
8. General Santos City:
Expect cloudy conditions with rain showers and thunderstorms. Winds will be light to moderate from the northeast to northwest. Temperatures will range from 23°C to 28°C.
9. Dipolog City:
Dipolog will have cloudy skies with intermittent rain showers and thunderstorms. Light to moderate winds from the northeast to northwest will prevail. Temperatures will vary between 23°C and 29°C.
10. Tagum City:
Moderate to strong winds from the east to northeast will dominate, with cloudy skies and thunderstorms. Coastal waters will be moderate to rough. Temperatures will be between 23°C and 30°C.
11. Marawi City:
Marawi City will see cloudy skies with thunderstorms. Winds will be light to moderate from the northeast to northwest. Coastal conditions will be slight to moderate, with temperatures ranging from 19°C to 25°C.
12. Iligan City:
Iligan will experience cloudy skies with rain showers and thunderstorms. Winds will be light to moderate, and temperatures will range from 23°C to 28°C.
13. Pagadian City:
Pagadian is expected to have cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. Winds will remain light to moderate from the northeast to northwest, with temperatures between 23°C and 30°C.
Precautionary Measures:
Residents are urged to stay vigilant and monitor weather updates, particularly in areas prone to flooding and landslides. For emergency assistance or additional information, please contact PAGASA at 8922-1992 or 8927-1335, or visit their official website at bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph.
Stay safe and prepared as we navigate these weather conditions together.