Issued: 5:00 AM, September 11, 2025 | Valid until 5:00 AM, September 12, 2025
Mindanao residents are advised to brace for partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers and thunderstorms throughout the day, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) – Mindanao Regional Services Division (MINPRSD).
The state weather bureau warned that localized thunderstorms may trigger flash floods or landslides, especially in flood-prone and mountainous areas, as severe downpours could occur. Winds will generally be light to moderate, coming from the south to southwest, with seas expected to be slight to moderate, ranging from 0.6 to 1.0 meters.
Regional Outlook
- Zamboanga Peninsula (Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, and Isabela City): Expect partly cloudy to cloudy skies with scattered thunderstorms throughout the day and into the evening. Temperatures will range from 23°C to 33°C, with slight to moderate coastal conditions.
- Northern Mindanao (Bukidnon, Camiguin, Lanao del Norte, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental): Similar weather conditions are forecast, with afternoon and evening rainshowers likely due to localized thunderstorms. Daytime highs could reach 31°C to 32°C, while lows will drop to around 20°C in Bukidnon’s upland areas.
- Davao Region (Metro Davao, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Davao de Oro, Davao Occidental): Partly cloudy skies in the morning will give way to localized thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. Maximum temperatures may reach 33°C in Davao de Oro and Davao Occidental.
- SOCCSKSARGEN (North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani): Residents should prepare for intermittent rainshowers and thunderstorms, with daytime temperatures ranging from 23°C to 33°C.
- Caraga Region (Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, Dinagat Islands): Mostly cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers are expected, particularly in coastal areas. Temperatures will hover between 24°C and 33°C.
- Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) (Cotabato City, Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur): Isolated thunderstorms remain likely across the region. Coastal provinces like Sulu and Tawi-Tawi will see temperatures between 23°C and 32°C, while upland areas of Lanao del Sur will be cooler, ranging from 21°C to 29°C.
Public Advisory
PAGASA urged communities in low-lying and mountainous areas to stay alert for possible flooding or landslides during heavy downpours. Fisherfolk and those with small seacraft are also advised to take caution as coastal waters may become choppy during thunderstorms.