CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said most parts of Mindanao will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rains and thunderstorms from Friday morning until early Saturday due to the prevailing northeast monsoon and localized thunderstorms.
In its 5:00 a.m. regional weather forecast issued by the PAGASA Mindanao Regional Services Division (MINPRSD), the state weather bureau reported that Caraga, Zamboanga Peninsula, and Northern Mindanao will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains caused by the northeast monsoon or “amihan.”
Meanwhile, the rest of Mindanao, including the Davao Region, SOCCSKSARGEN, and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), will experience partly cloudy to cloudy conditions with possible rainshowers or thunderstorms due to localized weather disturbances.
Weather authorities warned that severe thunderstorms may trigger flash floods or landslides, especially in low-lying and mountainous areas.
Winds and Sea Conditions
PAGASA said moderate to strong winds from the northeast to north will affect the eastern section of Mindanao, bringing moderate to rough seas with wave heights ranging from 2.1 to 4.0 meters.
These conditions may affect small seacraft and fishing vessels operating along the eastern seaboard.
In the rest of Mindanao, winds will be light to moderate coming from the northeast to north, while coastal waters will remain slight to moderate with waves between 0.6 and 2.1 meters.
Zamboanga Peninsula and Northern Mindanao
Provinces in the Zamboanga Peninsula — including Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay, and Isabela City — are expected to experience light rains throughout the day and evening with temperatures ranging from 23°C to 33°C.
Similarly, provinces in Northern Mindanao, such as Bukidnon, Camiguin, Lanao del Norte, Misamis Occidental, and Misamis Oriental, will also have light rains with light to moderate winds.
Temperature ranges in the region are expected to vary between 18°C and 31°C, with Bukidnon likely recording the coolest temperatures due to its higher elevation.
Davao Region
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 intermittent rainshowers or thunderstorms.
Temperatures in the region may reach 24°C to 33°C, while coastal waters will remain moderate to rough due to moderate to strong northeasterly winds.
SOCCSKSARGEN and BARMM
Areas in SOCCSKSARGEN, including North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani, will also see partly cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms, with temperatures ranging between 22°C and 33°C.
Similar weather conditions are expected across BARMM provinces, including Cotabato City, Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Maguindanao del Norte, and Maguindanao del Sur.
Temperatures in these areas may range from 20°C to 33°C, while coastal waters are expected to remain slight to moderate, except in some areas with moderate sea conditions.
Caraga Region
In the Caraga Region, including Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur, and Dinagat Islands, residents should expect light rains throughout the day and night due to the continuing influence of the northeast monsoon.
These areas may also experience moderate to strong winds and moderate to rough coastal waters, with temperatures ranging between 21°C and 30°C.
Advisory
PAGASA advised residents in areas prone to flooding and landslides to remain alert, especially during heavy thunderstorms, while fishermen and small seacraft operators were urged to exercise caution due to rough sea conditions in the eastern section of Mindanao.
The forecast is valid from 5:00 a.m. Friday, March 13, until 5:00 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2026.
For updates, the public is encouraged to monitor advisories from PAGASA through its official website and local weather bulletins.