DAVAO CITY, Philippines — The easterlies will continue to influence weather conditions across Mindanao on Thursday, November 5, bringing partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers and localized thunderstorms across the island, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
In its Regional Weather Forecast issued at 5:00 a.m. on November 5 by the Mindanao Regional Services Division (MINPRSD), PAGASA said most areas in Mindanao would experience generally fair weather conditions interrupted by occasional rain showers or thunderstorms throughout the forecast period, which runs until 5:00 a.m. on Friday, November 6.
The weather bureau warned that severe thunderstorms could trigger flash floods and landslides, particularly in areas vulnerable to flooding and slope instability. Residents are advised to remain alert to sudden changes in weather conditions, especially during periods of heavy rainfall.
Zamboanga Peninsula to experience intermittent rain showers
Across the Zamboanga Peninsula, including Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga del Sur, Zamboanga Sibugay and Isabela City, partly cloudy to occasionally cloudy skies with rain showers or thunderstorms are expected.
Temperatures in the region will range from 23°C to 31°C during the initial forecast period, with Zamboanga del Sur recording the lowest projected minimum temperature of 23°C. Maximum temperatures could reach 34°C during the following forecast period.
Light to moderate winds blowing from the northeast to east will prevail, while coastal waters are expected to remain slight to moderate.
Northern Mindanao to see generally fair conditions with localized thunderstorms
In Northern Mindanao, Bukidnon, Camiguin, Lanao del Norte, Misamis Occidental and Misamis Oriental will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with intermittent rain showers or thunderstorms.
Bukidnon will have relatively cooler temperatures, ranging from 19°C to 29°C during the initial forecast period, while temperatures in the province could reach 33°C in the succeeding period.
Camiguin and Misamis Occidental may experience temperatures of 24°C to 31°C, while Lanao del Norte will have a projected range of 24°C to 30°C. Misamis Oriental will record temperatures between 25°C and 30°C.
Light to moderate northeast to east winds are expected throughout the region. Coastal communities and sea travelers should also anticipate slight to moderate sea conditions.
Davao Region to experience warm conditions and scattered thunderstorms
The entire Davao Region, including Metro Davao, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Davao de Oro and Davao Occidental, will have partly cloudy to occasionally cloudy skies with rain showers or thunderstorms.
Metro Davao, Davao del Norte and Davao del Sur will experience temperatures ranging from 24°C to 31°C during the initial forecast period, with maximum temperatures potentially reaching 34°C in the succeeding period.
Davao Oriental will have temperatures between 25°C and 31°C, while Davao de Oro is expected to record cooler conditions, ranging from 22°C to 31°C. Davao Occidental will have temperatures of 23°C to 30°C.
Light to moderate winds from the northeast to east will prevail across the region, with slight to moderate sea conditions expected in coastal areas.
SOCCSKSARGEN to remain under the influence of the easterlies
In SOCCSKSARGEN, North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat and Sarangani will experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with rain showers or thunderstorms.
Temperatures in North Cotabato, South Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat are forecast to range from 23°C to 30°C during the initial period, while Sarangani will have temperatures between 24°C and 31°C.
Maximum temperatures in the provinces could reach 33°C to 34°C during the succeeding forecast period.
Light to moderate northeast to east winds will prevail, while coastal waters in South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat and Sarangani are expected to remain slight to moderate.
Caraga provinces face possible thunderstorms
Across the Caraga Region, Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Norte, Surigao del Sur and Dinagat Islands will experience partly cloudy to occasionally cloudy skies, accompanied by rain showers or thunderstorms.
Agusan del Norte and Agusan del Sur will have temperatures ranging from 24°C to 31°C during the initial forecast period, while Surigao del Norte and Dinagat Islands will experience temperatures between 25°C and 30°C.
Surigao del Sur will have a slightly cooler temperature range of 23°C to 30°C.
Temperatures across the region could climb to between 33°C and 34°C during the following forecast period. Light to moderate northeast to east winds and slight to moderate sea conditions are expected, particularly along coastal communities and island provinces.
BARMM areas also expected to experience rain showers
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 likewise experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with rain showers or thunderstorms.
Lanao del Sur will have relatively cooler temperatures, ranging from 22°C to 30°C during the initial forecast period, while the other areas will generally experience minimum temperatures of 24°C to 25°C and maximum temperatures of 30°C to 31°C.
During the succeeding forecast period, temperatures could reach 32°C to 34°C across the region.
Light to moderate winds from the northeast to east are expected, with coastal waters forecast to remain slight to moderate in areas covered by the advisory.
Public urged to remain alert for flooding and landslides
PAGASA emphasized the possibility of flash floods and landslides during severe thunderstorms, highlighting the need for precautionary measures in communities exposed to flooding, river overflow and rain-induced landslides.
Residents in low-lying areas, communities near rivers and waterways, and settlements located along steep or unstable slopes should remain vigilant, particularly when thunderstorms bring intense or prolonged rainfall.
Motorists are also advised to exercise caution on roads with poor drainage and in areas prone to sudden flooding. Fisherfolk and operators of small sea vessels should monitor local weather and sea conditions before venturing into coastal waters.
The forecast indicates that Mindanao will generally experience light to moderate winds from the northeast to east, with slight to moderate seas measuring 0.6 to 1.8 meters.