January 12, 2026
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warned of widespread rains, thunderstorms, and rough seas across large parts of Mindanao as Easterlies continue to affect the region from 5:00 AM Monday, January 12, until 5:00 AM Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
In its Regional Weather Forecast for the Mindanao – Private Sector Region Division (MINPRSD), PAGASA said Dinagat Islands, Surigao del Norte, and Surigao del Sur will experience cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms, with moderate to at times heavy rainfall expected.
Authorities cautioned residents in these areas to remain alert for possible flash floods and landslides, particularly in low-lying and mountainous communities.
Eastern Mindanao to Face Strong Winds, Rough Seas
PAGASA reported that moderate to strong winds from the east to northeast will prevail over the eastern section of Mindanao, including Davao Region, Caraga, and parts of Northern Mindanao, bringing moderate to rough seas ranging from 1.5 to 2.8 meters.
Fisherfolk and small sea craft operators were advised to exercise caution or avoid venturing out to sea, especially along the eastern seaboard, due to hazardous marine conditions.
Meanwhile, the rest of Mindanao will experience light to moderate winds from the northeast to north, with slight to moderate seas of 0.6 to 1.8 meters.
Zamboanga Peninsula: Intermittent Rains, Thunderstorms
Across Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, and Isabela City, weather will be partly cloudy to at times cloudy with rainshowers or thunderstorms.
Winds will be light to moderate from the northeast to north, while coastal waters will remain slight to moderate.
Temperatures are expected to range from 22°C to 34°C across the peninsula.
Northern Mindanao: Isolated Rains, Cooler Highlands
In Bukidnon, residents can expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with rainshowers or thunderstorms, with temperatures ranging from 19°C to 31°C, cooler in elevated areas.
Camiguin, Lanao del Norte, Misamis Occidental, and Misamis Oriental will also see similar conditions, with slight to moderate coastal waters and temperatures ranging between 22°C and 30°C.
Davao Region: Strong Winds, Rough Seas Persist
The Davao Region, including Metro Davao, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Davao de Oro, and Davao Occidental, will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with rainshowers or thunderstorms.
PAGASA said moderate to strong easterly winds will continue to affect the region, resulting in moderate to rough seas along coastal areas.
Temperatures across the region will range from 22°C to 32°C.
Local disaster risk reduction offices urged residents in coastal and upland communities to stay vigilant due to the combined risks of strong winds, heavy rains, and unstable slopes.
SOCCSKSARGEN: Scattered Rains, Manageable Seas
In North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani, skies will be partly cloudy to cloudy with rainshowers or thunderstorms.
Winds will be light to moderate from the northeast to north, with slight to moderate seas.
Temperatures in the region are forecast to range from 21°C to 34°C.
Caraga Region: Heaviest Impact Expected
The Caraga Region remains among the most affected areas.
- Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and Dinagat Islands: Cloudy skies with frequent rains and thunderstorms, moderate to strong winds, and moderate to rough seas.
- Agusan del Norte and Agusan del Sur: Partly cloudy to cloudy with rainshowers or thunderstorms, also under moderate to strong winds.
PAGASA reiterated the high risk of flash floods and landslides in these provinces due to persistent rainfall.
BARMM: Generally Fair but With Thunderstorms
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), including Cotabato City, Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Maguindanao del Norte, and Maguindanao del Sur, will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms.
Winds will be light to moderate, and seas will remain slight to moderate, with temperatures ranging from 21°C to 33°C.
Public Advised to Stay Alert
PAGASA urged local government units, disaster response teams, and the public to remain on alert, particularly in flood-prone, landslide-prone, and coastal communities.
“Possible flash floods and landslides may occur during severe thunderstorms, especially in areas experiencing moderate to heavy rains,” PAGASA said.
For updates and advisories, the public is encouraged to monitor official PAGASA bulletins and local disaster offices, or visit bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph.