For the month of February, the country was affected by several weather systems, including the northeast monsoon, low pressure areas (LPAs), easterlies, shear line, one (1) tropical cyclone, and localized thunderstorms.
As shown in Figure 1, Way below to below normal rainfall conditions from Northern to Central Luzon. Near to above normal rainfall were experienced in most parts of the Visayas, except in Central Visayas, as well as CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, and Bicol Region while the remaining parts of the country experienced near normal rainfall conditions.
Tropical Storm BASYANG “PENHA” affected the country from February 03 to 07 2026. On February 02, 2026, a Low-Pressure Area (LPA) East of Northeastern Mindanao was monitored outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). On February 03, 2026, the LPA developed into a Tropical Depression (TD) and was given the local name "BASYANG". The next day, BASYANG intensified into a Tropical Storm (TS) and Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) 1 was raised over the southern part of Surigao del Sur. On February 05, 2026, BASYANG made landfall over Bayabas, Surigao del Sur and a storm surge warning was issued over low-lying coastal areas in provinces across the regions of MIMAROPA, Region VI, NIR, Region VII, Region VIII, Region X, Region XI, and Caraga. On February 06, 2026, BASYANG weakened into a tropical depression while traversing Bohol Sea and made its second and third landfall over Jagna, Bohol and Dauis, Bohol, respectively. On February 07, 2026, BASYANG weakened into LPA but was still forecasted to bring heavy rains (50-100 mm) to Palawan, Oriental Mindoro, Negros Occidental, Antique, Iloilo, and Guimaras. It dissipated the following day (08 February 2026). According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) Situational Report dated February 10 2026, 30 flooded barangays were reported in Caraga and 12 casualties, 36 injured persons, with infrastructure damage estimated at around PhP 260,000.00 while no significant agricultural damage were reported.
The highest recorded rainfall for the month was at Hinatuan Synoptic Station (276.6 mm), followed by Surigao City Synoptic Station (232.3 mm), and Borongan Synoptic Station (179.2 mm).
As shown in Figure 1, Way below to below normal rainfall conditions from Northern to Central Luzon. Near to above normal rainfall were experienced in most parts of the Visayas, except in Central Visayas, as well as CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, and Bicol Region while the remaining parts of the country experienced near normal rainfall conditions.
Tropical Storm BASYANG “PENHA” affected the country from February 03 to 07 2026. On February 02, 2026, a Low-Pressure Area (LPA) East of Northeastern Mindanao was monitored outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR). On February 03, 2026, the LPA developed into a Tropical Depression (TD) and was given the local name "BASYANG". The next day, BASYANG intensified into a Tropical Storm (TS) and Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) 1 was raised over the southern part of Surigao del Sur. On February 05, 2026, BASYANG made landfall over Bayabas, Surigao del Sur and a storm surge warning was issued over low-lying coastal areas in provinces across the regions of MIMAROPA, Region VI, NIR, Region VII, Region VIII, Region X, Region XI, and Caraga. On February 06, 2026, BASYANG weakened into a tropical depression while traversing Bohol Sea and made its second and third landfall over Jagna, Bohol and Dauis, Bohol, respectively. On February 07, 2026, BASYANG weakened into LPA but was still forecasted to bring heavy rains (50-100 mm) to Palawan, Oriental Mindoro, Negros Occidental, Antique, Iloilo, and Guimaras. It dissipated the following day (08 February 2026). According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) Situational Report dated February 10 2026, 30 flooded barangays were reported in Caraga and 12 casualties, 36 injured persons, with infrastructure damage estimated at around PhP 260,000.00 while no significant agricultural damage were reported.
The highest recorded rainfall for the month was at Hinatuan Synoptic Station (276.6 mm), followed by Surigao City Synoptic Station (232.3 mm), and Borongan Synoptic Station (179.2 mm).
| SOIL MOISTURE CONDITION Wet – Eastern part of Quezon, Sorsogon, Eastern Visayas, Caraga, and Lanao del Sur Moist – Aurora, Albay, Catanduanes, Camarines Norte, Bohol, Cebu, Negros Occidental, Zamboanga del Norte, Bukidnon, North Cotabato, and Davao Region Dry – The rest of the country TEMPERATURE
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FARM OPERATIONS
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FARM ADVISORY
Farmers should schedule irrigation efficiently during this season. Irrigate crops during the early morning or late afternoon to minimize evaporation and conserve water supply. Apply mulch and incorporate organic matter into the soil to retain moisture and protect rice and high-value vegetables from heat stress. Monitor crops regularly for pests that thrive in hot, dry conditions and implement integrated pest management practices when necessary. Explore different plant drought-tolerant or early-maturing varieties and coordinate with the local agricultural office. Monitor weather forecasts and advisories from DOST-PAGASA. Document weather impacts on crops to improve future planning and support climate-resilient practices.
| • Land and Seedbed Preparations • Planting and Transplanting • Weed Management • Pest and diseases management |
• Water Management • Post-Harvest • Fertilizer application • Cleaning and Maintenance |
The agricultural technicians, farmers, and farm enthusiasts may continue to browse some tips and additional knowledge on potential crop production, early warning for pest and disease infestations and water management strategies for specific areas by visiting the website of Department of Agriculture in their respective regions. For daily farm weather and climate conditions, you may visit PAGASA website (https://bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/)
| CROP STAGES | REGION/CROPS |
| Land and Seedbed Preparation (including preparation for garden plot, urban gardening, and upland farms), (irrigated and rainfed farms) |
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| Planting and Transplanting (broadcasting / direct seeding – for rice, corn, conventional way/ by rows - other cash crops) |
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| Vegetative Stage (tillering, head development) |
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| Reproductive Stage (Heading – rice; Tasselling/Silking – corn) |
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| Maturing/Ripening |
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FARM ADVISORY
Farmers should schedule irrigation efficiently during this season. Irrigate crops during the early morning or late afternoon to minimize evaporation and conserve water supply. Apply mulch and incorporate organic matter into the soil to retain moisture and protect rice and high-value vegetables from heat stress. Monitor crops regularly for pests that thrive in hot, dry conditions and implement integrated pest management practices when necessary. Explore different plant drought-tolerant or early-maturing varieties and coordinate with the local agricultural office. Monitor weather forecasts and advisories from DOST-PAGASA. Document weather impacts on crops to improve future planning and support climate-resilient practices.
Agroclimatic Outlook for March 2026
Forecast Mean Temperature Anomaly
Near-normal to above-normal mean temperatures are expected across most parts of the country, with isolated areas likely to experience slightly cooler to cooler-than-average conditions in March.
ENSO ALERT SYSTEM STATUS
- The weather systems that will affect the country in January are the Northeast (NE) monsoon, easterlies, ridge of high-pressure areas (HPAs), low-pressure areas (LPAs), tropical cyclone, and localized thunderstorms.
- Zero or one (0 to 1) tropical cyclones (TC) may enter or develop within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) during the month.
- As illustrated in Figure 2, Below-normal to way below-normal rainfall is likely over most of Luzon, except Southern Luzon. Meanwhile, most of Mindanao is expected to experience above normal rainfall. The rest of the country is likely to receive near-normal rainfall.
Forecast Mean Temperature Anomaly
Near-normal to above-normal mean temperatures are expected across most parts of the country, with isolated areas likely to experience slightly cooler to cooler-than-average conditions in March.
ENSO ALERT SYSTEM STATUS
| INACTIVE (as of 09 March 2026) |
| https://www.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/climate/climate-advisories La Niña has ended in the recent weeks, with the three-month sea surface temperature anomalies (Oceanic Niño Index) at the central equatorial Pacific returning to ENSO-neutral levels. Model forecasts suggest that ENSO-neutral conditions are likely to persist in January-February-March through June–July–August 2026 season. Despite the end of La Niña, other weather and climate systems may still influence rainfall distribution in the country. Rain-bearing weather systems may bring occasional heavy rainfall that could lead to flash floods and rain-induced landslides in vulnerable areas. DOST-PAGASA will continue to closely monitor the evolving conditions in the tropical Pacific and provide updates should significant changes in the ENSO condition arise. Extreme Temperature Range Luzon
•Upland: 15.4 ºC – 36.9ºC
•Lowland: 18.0 ºC – 37.9 ºC
Visayas
•Lowland: 20.3 ºC – 36.5 ºC
Mindanao
•Upland: 14.0 ºC – 33.9ºC
•Lowland: 19.3 ºC – 36.9 ºC
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