CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warned on Saturday, December 27, 2025, that the easterlies will continue to influence Mindanao’s weather, bringing partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers and thunderstorms throughout the day.
In its 5:00 AM regional weather forecast, PAGASA’s Mindanao division (MINPRSD) said the prevailing weather pattern may trigger sudden heavy downpours, and residents in low-lying and mountainous communities are advised to remain alert for possible flash floods and landslides during severe thunderstorms.
Light to moderate winds blowing from the northeast are expected to prevail, with coastal waters throughout the region ranging from slight to moderate at 0.6 to 2.1 meters, making sea travel generally safe but still requiring caution from small seacraft.
Regional Breakdown
Mindanao provinces will experience temperatures mostly ranging from 21°C to 33°C, depending on location and time of day.
Zamboanga Peninsula
Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, and Isabela City will have partly cloudy to at times cloudy skies with intermittent rainshowers or thunderstorms throughout the forecast period.
Expected temperatures:
• Daytime highs: 31°C to 33°C
• Early morning lows: 22°C to 25°C
Northern Mindanao
Bukidnon, Camiguin, Lanao del Norte, Misamis Occidental, and Misamis Oriental may also see localized thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon to evening.
Temperatures:
• Cooler areas like Bukidnon: 19°C to 33°C
• Coastal provinces: 22°C to 31°C
Davao Region
Metro Davao, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, and Davao de Oro will continue to experience humid and warm days with occasional thunderstorms.
• Temperature range: 21°C to 33°C
SOCCSKSARGEN
North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani can expect partly cloudy skies with brief but possibly intense showers.
• Temperatures: 21°C to 33°C
Caraga Region
Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and Dinagat Islands remain under similar conditions of spotty rainfall and isolated thunderstorms.
• Coastal highs near 30°C to 32°C
Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM)
Cotabato City, Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Maguindanao del Norte, and Maguindanao del Sur will have warm temperatures with chances of rainfall at any time.
• Temperature range: 22°C to 32°C
Public Advisory
PAGASA urged communities—particularly those living near rivers, shorelines, and landslide-prone slopes—to remain watchful as severe thunderstorms may develop quickly, bringing strong winds, lightning, and sudden heavy rains.
Motorists are advised to be extra careful during sudden showers, while fishermen and boat operators should continue monitoring local weather updates before heading out to sea.
For more information or emergency weather updates, the public is encouraged to monitor PAGASA bulletins and local government advisories.