Mindanao — December 8, 2025 — Mindanao residents are advised to brace for another day of unstable weather as the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that a Low Pressure Area (LPA) near Antique and prevailing localized thunderstorms will continue to affect the region.
In its 5:00 AM regional weather forecast, PAGASA said the LPA was spotted at 3:00 AM over the coastal waters of Culasi, Antique (11.5°N, 121.7°E). While the weather disturbance remains outside Mindanao, its extension and existing atmospheric conditions are enhancing thunderstorms across the island.
Mindanao will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms throughout the day and into the early hours of tomorrow. PAGASA warned that flash floods and landslides are possible during severe thunderstorms, especially in low-lying and mountainous areas.
Winds across the region will range from light to moderate coming from the East to Northeast, with coastal waters expected to remain slight to moderate, reaching 1.2 to 2.5 meters in wave height.
Regional Breakdown
Despite the general weather pattern, temperature variations and wind directions differ slightly across Mindanao’s provinces.
ZAMBOANGA PENINSULA
Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, and Isabela City will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with occasional rainshowers or thunderstorms, both during the day and overnight. Winds will blow light to moderate from the East to Northeast, except in Zamboanga Sibugay, where winds will shift from North to Northwest.
Temperatures range from 23°C to 33°C, slightly cooler at night.
NORTHERN MINDANAO
Bukidnon, Camiguin, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, and Lanao del Norte will likewise experience localized thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon.
Temperatures will vary from 19°C in the upland areas of Bukidnon to 33°C in lowland provinces. Coastal waters remain slight to moderate.
DAVAO REGION
Metro Davao, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Davao de Oro, and Davao Occidental will see fair weather in the morning followed by isolated thunderstorms by afternoon or evening.
Temperatures range between 21°C and 33°C, with consistent light to moderate East to Northeast winds.
SOCCSKSARGEN
North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sarangani, and Sultan Kudarat will continue to have warm weather during the day but may experience thunderstorms late in the afternoon.
Temperatures climb as high as 34°C in South Cotabato, while nighttime lows dip to 22°C in North Cotabato.
CARAGA REGION
Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and Dinagat Islands will experience partly cloudy skies with scattered thunderstorms.
Coastal waters remain manageable with slight to moderate wave conditions. Daytime temperatures range from 22°C to 34°C.
BANGSAMORO (BARMM)
Cotabato City and the provinces of Basilan, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur, and Lanao del Sur will have typical localized thunderstorm activity, especially late in the day.
Temperatures reach up to 35°C in Cotabato City and Maguindanao, with cooler conditions in Lanao del Sur at 21°C to 29°C.
PAGASA ADVISORY
Residents living near river channels, coastal communities, and areas prone to flooding or landslides are urged to remain vigilant. Local government units are advised to prepare for possible emergency warnings should thunderstorms intensify.
For more information, PAGASA encourages the public to visit bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph or contact their local weather stations at 8922-1992 or 8927-1335.