By Francisco Becomes a Typhoon; Signal No. 1 Possible Monday
Typhoon Francisco continues to strengthen over the Philippine Sea, with Wind Signal No. 1 possibly being raised over parts of Cagayan, Babuyan Islands, and Batanes by Monday morning.
Francisco has intensified into a typhoon while moving west-northwestward over the Philippine Sea, according to DOST-PAGASA’s Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 4 issued at 5:00 PM on Sunday, June 21, 2026.
As of 4:00 PM, the center of Typhoon Francisco was located over the Philippine Sea east of Luzon.
Francisco has maximum sustained winds of 120 kilometers per hour near the center, gustiness of up to 150 kilometers per hour, and a central pressure of 975 hPa.
It is moving west-northwestward at 25 kilometers per hour.
Strong to typhoon-force winds extend outward up to 420 kilometers from the center.
No Wind Signal Currently Hoisted
No Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal is currently in effect in any part of the country.
However, PAGASA said Wind Signal No. 1 may be raised over some localities in the northern and eastern portions of Cagayan, Babuyan Islands, and Batanes by Monday morning, June 22.
A closer approach to Extreme Northern Luzon is also not ruled out should Francisco’s forecast track continue to shift westward.
Heavy Rains Possible Beginning Monday
Francisco is less likely to directly affect the country’s weather conditions today.
However, heavy rains caused by the enhanced Southwest Monsoon, locally known as Habagat, may begin affecting parts of the country on Monday.
PAGASA said a separate weather advisory may be issued in anticipation of heavy rains over Northern Luzon and some areas in the western portions of Luzon and Visayas.
Strong to Gale-Force Gusts
The Southwest Monsoon is expected to bring strong to gale-force gusts, especially in coastal and upland areas exposed to winds.
Sunday, June 21
Strong gusts may affect:
Siquijor, Camiguin, southern Bohol, Southern Leyte, Davao Oriental, Davao Occidental, and Sarangani.
Monday, June 22
Strong gusts may affect:
La Union, Pangasinan, CALABARZON, Romblon, Masbate, most of Visayas, Basilan, Sulu, Zamboanga Peninsula, Misamis Occidental, Lanao del Norte, Camiguin, Surigao del Norte, Dinagat Islands, eastern Davao Occidental, and the eastern and southern portions of Davao Oriental.
Tuesday, June 23
Strong to gale-force gusts may affect most of Luzon and Visayas, as well as Zamboanga Peninsula, Northern Mindanao, Surigao del Norte, Dinagat Islands, Davao Occidental, and Davao Oriental.
Coastal Waters Advisory
Moderate seas with waves reaching up to 2.5 meters may be experienced along the eastern seaboards of Isabela and Davao Oriental.
Waves of up to 2 meters may affect the seaboards of northern Aurora and Surigao del Sur, as well as several coastal areas in Cagayan, Bicol, Eastern Visayas, Caraga, and the Davao Region.
Mariners using motorbancas and similarly sized vessels are advised to take precautionary measures and avoid sailing under these conditions when possible.
Francisco May Strengthen Further
PAGASA said Francisco will likely remain over the Philippine Sea throughout the forecast period.
The typhoon is expected to continue moving west-northwestward until Wednesday, June 24, before slowing down and turning toward southern Japan.
Francisco may continue intensifying and reach its peak strength by Tuesday, June 23. A weakening trend is expected afterward.
PAGASA reminded the public that heavy rains and severe winds may still affect areas outside the forecast confidence cone. The typhoon’s track may also shift in succeeding bulletins.
The public and disaster risk reduction and management offices are advised to take the necessary measures to protect lives and property.
The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be issued at 11:00 PM today.
Source:
DOST-PAGASA Tropical Cyclone Bulletin No. 4, issued at 5:00 PM on June 21, 2026.
