Mindanao residents are advised to prepare for intermittent rainshowers and thunderstorms as the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issued its regional weather outlook valid from 5:00 p.m. today until 5:00 p.m. tomorrow, December 11.
According to the Mindanao PAGASA Regional Services Division (MINPRSD), the entire island will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms caused by localized thunderstorms. While no widespread weather disturbance is affecting the region, PAGASA warns that severe thunderstorms may trigger flash floods or landslides, especially in low-lying and mountainous areas.
Winds across Mindanao will be light to moderate from the Northeast to North, with slight to moderate seas ranging from 0.8 to 2.1 meters—conditions deemed manageable for most small vessels but still requiring caution for fisherfolk and travelers.
Zamboanga Peninsula: Intermittent Rains, Warm Daytime Temperatures
Zamboanga City, along with the provinces of Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, and Isabela City, will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with possible thunderstorms throughout the forecasting period.
- Temperature ranges:
- Zamboanga City: 24–31°C tonight, rising to 24–32°C tomorrow
- Zamboanga del Norte: 24–30°C increasing to 24–31°C
- Zamboanga del Sur: 23–32°C increasing to 23–33°C
- Zamboanga Sibugay: 24–29°C increasing to 24–30°C
- Isabela City: 23–30°C increasing to 23–31°C
Coastal waters are expected to be slight to moderate, suitable for regular fishing activities.
Northern Mindanao: Consistent Cloud Cover and Expected Thunderstorms
Bukidnon, Camiguin, Lanao del Norte, Misamis Oriental, and Misamis Occidental will all see similar weather patterns, marked by partly cloudy skies and localized thunderstorms.
- Inland areas like Bukidnon will have cooler temperatures at 19–31°C, rising to 32°C tomorrow.
- Coastal provinces such as Camiguin and Misamis Oriental will retain temperatures from 24–31°C.
Winds remain light to moderate, with manageable coastal conditions.
Davao Region: Warm, Humid, and Storm-Prone
The Davao Region—including Metro Davao, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Davao Occidental, and Davao de Oro—will continue experiencing warm and humid conditions paired with chances of thunderstorms.
- Metro Davao will range from 26–32°C, climbing to 33°C tomorrow.
- Davao del Norte registers the highest temperatures in the region, from 24–33°C up to 34°C.
- Inland Davao de Oro will remain slightly cooler at 22–31°C.
Coastal conditions remain slight to moderate.
SOCCSKSARGEN: Mild Evenings, Hot Midday, Scattered Rainshowers
North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani will all face partly cloudy skies but remain susceptible to thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon and evening.
- North Cotabato: 22–30°C, rising to 22–31°C
- South Cotabato: 25–33°C, rising to 25–34°C
- Sultan Kudarat: 24–31°C, rising to 24–32°C
- Sarangani: 26–31°C, rising to 26–32°C
Caraga: Thunderstorm Activity to Persist
Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and the Dinagat Islands will maintain partly cloudy skies and occasional thunderstorms.
- Agusan del Sur will see one of the highest inland temperatures at 23–32°C, rising to 33°C.
- Dinagat Islands will have cooler coastal conditions at 24–27°C, rising slightly tomorrow.
BARMM: Humid Conditions with Possible Sudden Downpours
Across the Bangsamoro region—including Cotabato City, Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Maguindanao del Norte, and Maguindanao del Sur—weather conditions will stay consistent with the rest of Mindanao: partly cloudy to cloudy with isolated thunderstorms.
- Cotabato City will experience the day’s highest forecast temperature range at 24–34°C, increasing to 35°C.
- Lanao del Sur remains the coolest, with temperatures from 21–26°C, rising to 27°C.
- Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi will remain humid at around 23–31°C.
Coastal conditions in BARMM will remain slight to moderate, though thunderstorms may bring temporary rough seas.
Public Advisory
PAGASA reminds the public to:
- Stay alert for possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms.
- Secure outdoor items and avoid open areas during lightning activity.
- Fisherfolk should monitor sea conditions regularly and heed advisories.
- Local disaster response units are encouraged to remain on standby in areas prone to sudden flooding.
For more details, residents may contact PAGASA at (02) 8922-1992 / (02) 8927-1335 or visit their official website.