Mount Makaturing
Volcano Active stratovolcano on Mindanao, frequent seismic activity
Stratovolcano on Mindanao of interest to volcanologists and experienced trekkers; visible from surrounding provinces and studied for its eruptive history.
How to Get to Mount Makaturing #
Mount Makaturing is reached via regional roads in Mindanao. The nearest larger urban centre is Cotabato City; from there travellers will typically take provincial roads and local transport toward the mountain’s municipality. Because infrastructure can be sparse, local arrangements and guides are recommended.
Tips for Visiting Mount Makaturing #
- If visiting from Cotabato City or nearby towns, arrange local transport in advance - the roads can be long and rural.
- Respect local customs and check security advisories; Mount Makaturing is in a region with a complex recent history.
- Bring good hiking shoes and insect protection for higher-elevation treks.
Best Time to Visit Mount Makaturing #
Best visited in the dry season when trails and rural roads are more reliable; always check local advisories due to the region's security and logistical considerations.
Weather & Climate near Mount Makaturing #
Mount Makaturing's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 14°C to 26°C. Heavy rainfall (2859 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (341 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (366 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (318 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (282 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (283 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (258 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (221 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (188 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
