The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued a comprehensive weather forecast for Mindanao, effective from 5:00 AM today until 5:00 AM tomorrow.
General Conditions:
- Dinagat Islands: Cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers and thunderstorms caused by a shear line.
- Rest of Mindanao: Cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers and thunderstorms due to easterlies. Expect light to moderate winds from the northeast and coastal waters ranging from slight to moderate (0.6 to 2.1 meters).
Detailed Forecast by Region:
- Zamboanga Peninsula: Cloudy skies with rainshowers and thunderstorms are expected across Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, and Zamboanga Sibugay. Daytime temperatures range from 26°C to 33°C, with slight to moderate coastal waters.
- Northern Mindanao: Cloudy conditions with thunderstorms will affect Bukidnon, Camiguin, Lanao del Norte, Misamis Occidental, and Misamis Oriental. Temperatures will range between 22°C and 31°C.
- Davao Region: Metro Davao, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, and Davao de Oro will experience cloudy skies with rainshowers and thunderstorms. Temperature highs may reach 32°C in some areas.
- SOCCSKSARGEN: Cloudy skies with rainshowers and thunderstorms will affect North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani. Daytime temperatures will vary from 19°C to 32°C.
- Caraga Region: Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and Dinagat Islands will have cloudy skies with rainshowers. Temperatures range between 21°C and 30°C.
- Bangsamoro Region (BARMM): Cloudy conditions with rainshowers will prevail over Cotabato City, Isabela City, Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi. Expect temperatures between 20°C and 33°C.
Residents are advised to remain cautious as rainshowers and thunderstorms may cause localized flooding and landslides in some areas. Mariners should also monitor sea conditions due to slight to moderate waves.
For the latest updates, visit PAGASA’s official website or contact their regional office. Stay safe and prepared!
