October 19, 2025
EL SALVADOR CITY, MISAMIS ORIENTAL — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that as of 3:00 a.m. Sunday, the center of Tropical Storm “Ramil” was located over the vicinity of Quezon, Quezon Province (14.1°N, 122.1°E), packing maximum sustained winds of 65 km/h near the center and gustiness of up to 90 km/h, while moving west-northwestward at 25 km/h.
While “Ramil” continues to affect parts of Luzon and Visayas, Mindanao will generally experience fair to partly cloudy weather conditions, with localized thunderstorms possible in the afternoon or evening. PAGASA warns of potential flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms, especially in areas with steep terrain or poor drainage.
Regional Outlook for Mindanao
For the 24-hour period beginning 5:00 a.m. today until 5:00 a.m. tomorrow (October 20), PAGASA’s Mindanao Regional Services Division (MINPRSD) detailed the following conditions across major regions:
Zamboanga Peninsula
Zamboanga City and the provinces of Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, and Isabela City will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with occasional rainshowers or thunderstorms.
- Wind: Light to moderate from the southeast to southwest
- Sea condition: Slight to moderate
- Temperature range: 24°C to 33°C
Northern Mindanao
In Bukidnon, Camiguin, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, and Lanao del Norte, skies will be partly cloudy to at times cloudy with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms.
- Wind: Light to moderate from the southeast to southwest
- Temperature range: 21°C to 31°C
- Coastal waters: Slight to moderate
Davao Region
The cities and provinces of Davao del Sur, Davao del Norte, Davao Oriental, Davao de Oro, and Davao Occidental will also experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated thunderstorms.
- Wind: Light to moderate from the southeast to south
- Sea condition: Slight to moderate
- Temperature range: 22°C to 33°C
SOCCSKSARGEN
The provinces of South Cotabato, North Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani, including General Santos City, can expect generally fair weather but with isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon or evening.
- Wind: Light to moderate from the southeast to southwest
- Sea condition: Slight to moderate
- Temperature range: 23°C to 33°C
Caraga Region
In Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and the Dinagat Islands, cloudy skies with rainshowers and thunderstorms are expected throughout the day.
- Wind: Light to moderate from the southeast to south
- Sea condition: Slight to moderate
- Temperature range: 24°C to 32°C
Residents in these provinces are urged to remain alert for possible flash floods or landslides, particularly in Surigao del Sur and Dinagat Islands where more frequent rainfall is anticipated.
Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM)
In Cotabato City, Basilan, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur, and Lanao del Sur, weather conditions will remain partly cloudy to occasionally cloudy with localized rainshowers or thunderstorms.
- Wind: Light to moderate from the southeast to southwest
- Sea condition: Slight to moderate
- Temperature range: 21°C to 31°C
General Advisory
PAGASA reminds the public that despite generally fair conditions across Mindanao, localized thunderstorms may bring sudden heavy rains, strong winds, and lightning, which could trigger flash floods and landslides in vulnerable areas. Fisherfolk and small sea vessels are advised to remain cautious, especially along the eastern seaboard of Mindanao where moderate sea conditions may prevail.
As “Ramil” continues its west-northwestward movement, residents are urged to monitor official PAGASA bulletins and local government advisories for updates on the storm’s progression and its possible indirect effects over parts of the country.
For further inquiries, PAGASA advises the public to contact their regional office through telephone numbers (632) 8922-1992 and (632) 8927-1335, or visit bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph.