Mindanao, Philippines — August 30, 2025. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has issued its latest regional weather forecast, warning residents across Mindanao of widespread rains and thunderstorms throughout Saturday, August 30, until early Sunday morning.
According to the 5:00 a.m. bulletin, the Caraga and Davao regions will experience cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to the trough of a Low-Pressure Area (LPA). Meanwhile, the Zamboanga Peninsula and Northern Mindanao are also expected to see similar weather conditions, primarily brought by the Southwest Monsoon. PAGASA cautioned that both regions face an increased risk of flash floods and landslides as rainfall could range from moderate to at times heavy.
For the rest of Mindanao, skies will be partly cloudy to cloudy, but isolated rain showers or thunderstorms are likely in the afternoon or evening. Severe thunderstorms may also trigger localized flooding and landslide incidents in vulnerable areas.
Regional and Provincial Outlook
- Zamboanga Peninsula (Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Norte, del Sur, Sibugay, and Isabela City): Cloudy skies with rain showers and thunderstorms are forecasted throughout the day and night, with temperatures ranging between 23°C and 32°C. Light to moderate winds from the southwest to northwest will prevail, causing slight to moderate coastal seas.
- Northern Mindanao (Bukidnon, Camiguin, Lanao del Norte, Misamis Occidental, and Misamis Oriental): Persistent thunderstorms are expected with daily highs of 29°C to 32°C and lows of 22°C to 25°C. Coastal waters will remain slight to moderate.
- Davao Region (Davao City, Davao del Norte, del Sur, Oriental, de Oro, and Occidental): Residents should brace for cloudy skies with scattered thunderstorms throughout the day. Metro Davao and nearby provinces may see temperatures between 24°C and 31°C. Winds will generally blow from the southwest.
- SOCCSKSARGEN (North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani): Weather will be partly cloudy to at times cloudy, with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. Daytime highs are expected to reach 31°C, while lows may drop to 22°C.
- Caraga Region (Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and Dinagat Islands): Scattered rains and thunderstorms are expected to persist. Coastal areas will experience slight to moderate seas, with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 32°C.
- Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM): Mixed conditions are expected. Cotabato City may experience more cloudy skies with rain showers in the morning, while Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Maguindanao del Norte and del Sur, Sulu, and Tawi-Tawi will generally see partly cloudy to at times cloudy skies with scattered rain showers or thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from 21°C to 31°C, with manageable sea conditions.
General Wind and Sea Conditions
Across Mindanao, winds will be light to moderate coming from the south to southwest, shifting at times to the northwest. Seas will remain slight to moderate, ranging from 0.6 to 1.2 meters, making fishing and sea travel generally safe, but caution is still advised during thunderstorms.
Public Advisory
PAGASA strongly advised communities living in flood-prone and landslide-prone areas to stay alert for possible sudden flooding and ground movement, particularly in provinces under heavy rainfall. Fisherfolk and small sea vessels are urged to monitor thunderstorm advisories before heading out to sea.
The forecast is valid until 5:00 a.m. of August 31, 2025. For updates, residents are encouraged to monitor official advisories through bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph or call PAGASA hotlines at (02) 8922-1992 and (02) 8927-1335.