Department of Science and Technology
Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and
Astronomical Services Administration
Farm Weather Forecast
Issued at: 7:00 AM Thursday, March 12, 2026
Valid until: 7:00 AM Friday, March 13, 2026
FWFA: 26 – 059
SYNOPSIS

Northeast Monsoon affecting Luzon and Visayas.
TROPICAL CYCLONE OUTSIDE PAR AS OF 3:00 PM TODAY
TROPICAL DEPRESSION {NURI} (2603)
LOCATION: 1,415 KM EAST OF EASTERN VISAYAS (10.6°N, 138.7°E)
MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS: 45 KM/H NEAR THE CENTER
GUSTINESS: UP TO 55 KM/H
MOVEMENT: EAST NORTHEASTWARD SLOWLY

Forecast Area Agri-Weather Winds Temperature Relative Humidity Leaf Wetness
Lowland Upland
Surigao del Sur and Davao Oriental Cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms Moderate to strong from northeast to north;

 24 – 30 22 – 29 65 – 98 4 – 8
Cagayan Valley, Apayao, Kalinga, Mountain Province, Ifugao, and Aurora Cloudy skies with light rains Moderate to strong from northeast
 20 – 28 14 – 26 60 – 98 2 – 6
Metro Manila, the rest of Luzon, Visayas, Zamboanga Peninsula, and Northern Mindanao Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains Metro Manila, and the rest of Luzon and Visayas – Light to moderate to strong from northeast;

Zamboanga Peninsula, and Northern Mindanao – Light to moderate from northeast to north
 21 – 32 12– 30 55 – 96 0 – 6
The rest of Mindanao Partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms Light to moderate from northeast to north 24 – 31 22 – 30 50 – 96 0 – 4

SOIL MOISTURE CONDITION
Wet

Infanta, Capiz, Bohol, Eastern Visayas, Davao del Norte, Caraga, and Lanao del Sur

Moist

Calayan, Aurora, Alabat, Sorsogon, Albay, Catanduanes, Camarines Norte, Cebu, Bukidnon, North Cotabato

Dry

The rest of the country

Map
FARMING ADVISORIES

AREAS AFFECTED BY THE WEATHER SYSTEMS
TROUGH OF TS, NORTHEAST MONSOON, THUNDERSTORMS AND MODERATE TO HEAVY RAINS
  • Monitor crops regularly for pests and diseases, especially in wet and humid conditions.
  • Use mulching to conserve soil moisture and reduce erosion.
  • Support climbing and tall crops to prevent lodging from wind and heavy rain.
  • Apply compost or organic matter to improve soil structure and water absorption.
  • Loosen soil lightly after rainfall to improve aeration.
  • Avoid farm work during thunderstorms and lightning.
  • Secure farm structures, greenhouses, and storage facilities.
  • Store harvested crops in dry, elevated, and ventilated areas.
  • Monitor weather forecasts for scheduling harvest, drying, and transport.

HEAT INDEX MONITORING AND FORECASTING (OBSERVED AND 2-DAY FORECAST)
The Heat Index is a human discomfort index that gives the apparent temperature on what humans perceive or feel as the temperature (from the surroundings) affecting the body. High air temperature and high relative humidity results to high apparent temperature https://www.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/climate/climate-heat-index

ENSO ALERT SYSTEM STATUS

ENSO ALERT SYSTEM STATUS
(Updated as of 09 March 2026)

INACTIVE

https://pagasa.dost.gov.ph/climate/elnino-la-nina/monitoring

Farmers are advised to maintain drainage systems, harvest mature crops early, and store produce properly to prevent spoilage. Regular monitoring of crops for pests and diseases is recommended, and farm structures should be strengthened against strong winds and heavy rains. Stay updated with DOST-PAGASA weather forecasts and coordinate with local agriculture offices for timely farm decisions.

FISHING ADVISORIES

FISHING ADVISORY
GALE WARNING AND SEA CONDITION
Gale warning is raised over the seaboards of extreme northern Luzon (Batanes and Babuyan Islands), the western seaboard of Northern Luzon (the western coast of Ilocos Norte {Burgos, Pasuquin, Bacarra, Laoag City, Paoay, Currimao, Pinili, Badoc}).

Moderate to rough seas will prevail over the seaboards of Northern Luzon and the eastern seabeards of the country, while slight to moderate seas are expected over the rest of the archipelago. Still be reminded to be very careful in fishing, especially those using small seacraft. Always bring an emergency kit. Be updated for the latest weather updates and farm advisories from DOST- PAGASA.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
DAILY EXTREMES MONTHLY EXTREMES
Maximum Temperature 38.0 ºC (General Santos City, 1988) Maximum Temperature 40.0 ºC (Tuguegarao, 1978)
Minimum Temperature 9.8 ºC (Baguio City, 2003) Minimum Temperature 7.4 ºC (Baguio City, 1963)
Rainfall 204.0 mm (Tacloban City, 1991) Rainfall 401.0 mm (Casiguran, 1971)

PREPARED/UPLOADED BY: MTR/JAE
VERIFIED BY: MEVT