Tropical Depression Wilma has slightly decelerated as it moves across the Philippine Sea, maintaining its strength while drawing closer to the Eastern Visayas region. In its 4:00 PM advisory on Thursday, December 4, 2025, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported that Wilma’s center was located 575 kilometers east of Catarman, Northern Samar, at coordinates 12.3°N, 129.9°E.
Wilma continues to pack maximum sustained winds of 45 km/h near the center and gustiness reaching 55 km/h. The system’s central pressure stands at 1004 hPa, and strong winds extend outward up to 220 kilometers from the center. The tropical depression is currently moving west-southwest at 10 km/h.
Tropical Cyclone Wind Signals in Effect
Pagasa has raised Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 over several areas in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. This signal indicates possible strong winds within 36 hours, with speeds of 39 to 61 km/h that may bring minimal to minor impacts on life and property.
In Luzon, the southern portion of mainland Masbate, including Cataingan, Pio V. Corpuz, Esperanza, and Placer, is under Signal No. 1.
A broader coverage is seen across the Visayas, including Northern Samar, Eastern Samar, Samar, Biliran, Leyte, Southern Leyte, northern Cebu (including key cities and island groups), and much of central and eastern Bohol.
In Mindanao, areas under Signal No. 1 include Surigao del Norte (including Siargao and Bucas Grande), Dinagat Islands, northern Surigao del Sur, and northern Agusan del Norte.
Rainfall and Wind Hazards
Pagasa reminded the public to refer to Weather Advisory No. 5 for detailed rainfall forecasts associated with Wilma and the ongoing shear line affecting portions of the Visayas. Strong winds may become more pronounced along coastal and elevated areas directly exposed to the weather system.
Additionally, the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) will continue to enhance strong to gale-force gusts over a wide portion of Luzon and Visayas today. By tomorrow, December 5, these winds will extend over most of Luzon and Visayas, and by Saturday, December 6, gusty conditions may reach Zamboanga Peninsula and Misamis Occidental.
Coastal Hazards and Sea Conditions
A Gale Warning remains in effect along the northern and western seaboards of Northern Luzon and the eastern seaboards of Luzon and Visayas. Pagasa warns of very rough seas reaching up to 5.5 meters in certain areas, particularly around Catanduanes and Northern Samar. Mariners, especially those operating small vessels and motorbancas, are strongly advised to remain in port.
Other coastal areas across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao will experience rough to moderate seas, heightening the risks for sea travel.
Track and Forecast
Wilma is expected to maintain its west-southwest movement until Saturday before shifting to a more westward direction. Pagasa projects that Wilma may make its first landfall in Eastern Visayas or Dinagat Islands between Friday evening and early Saturday. The system will likely cross the Visayas region through Sunday, emerging over the Sulu Sea and possibly passing northern Palawan by Monday morning, December 8.
Slight intensification is possible before landfall, but Wilma is forecast to remain a tropical depression throughout its passage over land. Strengthening may occur once it enters the West Philippine Sea.
Flood Advisories
General Flood Advisories have been raised in multiple regions, including MIMAROPA, Bicol Region, Western Visayas, Central Visayas, Eastern Visayas, Northern Mindanao, and CARAGA, signaling potential flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
Pagasa continues to urge the public to monitor official bulletins and take necessary precautions as Wilma approaches land.