June 29, 2026
A Low Pressure Area (LPA) located east of Surigao City continues to bring widespread rains and thunderstorms across parts of Mindanao, prompting the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) to warn residents of possible flash floods and landslides, particularly in areas vulnerable to moderate to heavy rainfall.
In its Regional Weather Forecast issued at 5:00 a.m. on June 29, PAGASA’s Mindanao Regional Services Division (MINPRSD) said the LPA was estimated at 705 kilometers east of Surigao City, Surigao del Norte (10.3°N, 131.9°E) as of 3:00 p.m. the previous day.
According to PAGASA, the weather disturbance is directly affecting the Caraga Region and Davao Region, where cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms are expected throughout the forecast period.
Weather forecasters warned that moderate to occasionally heavy rainfall associated with the LPA could trigger flash floods and landslides, especially in low-lying, mountainous, and flood-prone communities.
The rest of Mindanao, meanwhile, will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers and thunderstorms caused by localized thunderstorms. While rainfall in these areas may be less widespread, PAGASA cautioned that severe thunderstorms could still produce sudden downpours capable of causing localized flooding and landslides.
Davao and Caraga Under Close Watch
Among the provinces expected to experience persistent cloudy weather with rain showers and thunderstorms are:
- Metro Davao
- Davao del Norte
- Davao del Sur
- Davao de Oro
- Davao Oriental
- Davao Occidental
- Agusan del Norte
- Agusan del Sur
- Surigao del Norte
- Surigao del Sur
- Dinagat Islands
Temperatures across the Davao and Caraga regions are forecast to range between 23°C and 34°C, depending on location.
Rain Showers Also Expected Across Western and Central Mindanao
Although the LPA’s heaviest effects are concentrated over eastern Mindanao, residents in other parts of the island should also expect unsettled weather.
In the Zamboanga Peninsula, including Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, and Isabela City, skies will generally be partly cloudy to cloudy with rain showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures are expected to range from 23°C to 34°C.
Similar weather conditions are forecast over Northern Mindanao, covering Bukidnon, Camiguin, Lanao del Norte, Misamis Occidental, and Misamis Oriental, where isolated thunderstorms may develop during the day. Temperatures in the region will range from 20°C to 32°C.
The SOCCSKSARGEN Region, including North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani, will likewise experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with occasional rain showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures are forecast between 24°C and 34°C.
Across the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), including Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, and Cotabato City, residents should also expect partly cloudy to cloudy conditions accompanied by intermittent rain showers and thunderstorms.
Light to Moderate Winds, Generally Calm Seas
PAGASA said light to moderate winds will prevail across most parts of Mindanao.
The eastern section of the island will experience winds coming from the northeast to northwest, while the rest of Mindanao will have winds blowing from the southwest to west.
Sea conditions are expected to remain slight to moderate, with wave heights ranging from 0.6 to 1.5 meters, making marine travel generally safe. However, fishermen and operators of small sea vessels are still advised to exercise caution, particularly during thunderstorms that could bring sudden gusts of wind and rougher seas.
Public Advised to Stay Alert
PAGASA urged residents, especially those living near rivers, coastal communities, and landslide-prone areas, to closely monitor weather advisories and updates from local disaster risk reduction and management offices.
Motorists are likewise advised to remain cautious while traveling during periods of heavy rainfall, as road visibility may decrease and flooding may occur in low-lying areas.
Authorities continue to monitor the movement and development of the Low Pressure Area, while the public is encouraged to stay informed through official PAGASA bulletins as weather conditions may change over the coming hours.