Issued by PAGASA at 5:00 AM today, the latest weather forecast for Mindanao highlights the influence of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) over Caraga and the Davao Region, while localized thunderstorms are expected across the rest of Mindanao.
Key Weather Highlights:
- Caraga and Davao Region: Cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms are forecasted, attributed to the ITCZ. Residents are advised to prepare for potential flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms.
- Localized Thunderstorms:
- Other areas in Mindanao will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms.
- Winds will be light to moderate from the east to northeast, with seas ranging from slight to moderate (0.6 to 2.5 meters).
City-Specific Forecasts:
- Metro Davao: Cloudy with rainshowers and thunderstorms; temperatures from 28°C to 33°C.
- Zamboanga City: Partly cloudy with isolated rainshowers; high of 33°C.
- Cagayan de Oro City: Partly cloudy skies with thunderstorms; reaching up to 31°C.
- Butuan City: Rainshowers throughout the day; max temperature at 31°C.
- Surigao City: Cloudy skies with thunderstorms; ranging from 25°C to 29°C.
- General Santos City: Mostly clear skies with possible thunderstorms; 25°C to 30°C.
- Cotabato City: Partly cloudy with thunderstorm potential; high of 32°C.
- Tagum City: Cloudy with thunderstorms; peaking at 31°C.
- Dipolog City: Partly cloudy skies; temperatures from 24°C to 29°C.
- Pagadian City: Partly cloudy with possible thunderstorms; reaching 32°C.
- Malaybalay City: Cooler conditions, 22°C to 29°C, with partly cloudy skies.
- Marawi City: Cloudy skies; cooler temperatures ranging from 21°C to 26°C.
- Iligan City: Light rain and partly cloudy conditions; up to 30°C.
- Laguindingan: Similar conditions as Iligan; temperatures ranging from 24°C to 30°C.
Advisory:
Residents should remain vigilant, especially in areas prone to flooding or landslides. For detailed updates, contact PAGASA at 8922-1992, 8927-1335, or visit their official website at bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph.
Stay safe and prepared, Mindanao!