On Sunday, cloudy skies and rain will reach parts of Mindanao due to warm Pacific winds, whereas remaining regions of the country could encounter rainshowers and thunderstorms.
Easterlies Dominating Mindanao Weather
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration stated in its 5 a.m. weather forecast that warm easterly winds from the Pacific Ocean will prevail across Mindanao over the coming days.
“In Mindanao, expect cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers, especially over Surigao del Sur, Agusan del Sur, and Davao Region due to easterlies,” said Obet Badrina, weather specialist.
Did You Know? The state weather bureau monitors no low-pressure areas or tropical cyclones inside or outside the Philippine area of responsibility, and none are expected in the coming days.
Weather conditions and temperature ranges vary across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao
A large part of Luzon, including Palawan, will experience fair weather on Sunday with chances of rainshowers and thunderstorms, according to the forecast. The Visayas will see partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers and thunderstorms, while the rest of Mindanao stays hot and humid with possible localized afternoon and evening rainshowers.
Temperature ranges vary significantly across key regions. Metro Manila expects temperatures between 24°C and 33°C, Baguio anticipates 16°C to 26°C, Tagaytay forecasts 21°C to 31°C, and Tuguegarao ranges from 22°C to 32°C.
Other areas face distinct conditions, such as Laoag at 24°C to 32°C, Legazpi at 24°C to 31°C, and the Kalayaan Islands at 26°C to 32°C. Puerto Princesa records 27°C to 33°C, Cebu expects 26°C to 33°C, Iloilo lists 26°C to 32°C, and Tacloban registers 26°C to 33°C.
In the southern regions, Cagayan de Oro ranges from 26°C to 32°C, Davao spans 25°C to 32°C, and Zamboanga experiences 25°C to 34°C.
What weather system affects Mindanao and which areas face rain?
What weather system is affecting Mindanao?
The easterlies, which are warm winds originating from the Pacific Ocean, are prevailing over Mindanao and bringing cloudy skies and scattered rainshowers.
Are there any active tropical cyclones?
According to Badrina, the Philippine area of responsibility had no tropical cyclone or low-pressure area under observation, either internally or externally.
Which specific areas in Mindanao face the heaviest rain?
Cloudy skies with scattered rainshowers are expected specifically over Surigao del Sur, Agusan del Sur, and the Davao Region.