Davao del Norte is strategically located at the southern part of Mindanao and at the heart of Region XI. It is bounded by Agusan del Sur on the north, Bukidnon on the west, Davao City on the southwest, Davao Gulf on the south and the Province of Compostela Valley on the east. Climate and Rainfall The province has Type IV climate characterized by unpronounced dry and wet seasons. Rainfall is more or less evenly distributed throughout the year with no pronounced rainy season and dry season. The province is located at the south of the typhoon belt hence; the occurrence of typhoons is minimal. Also the province is naturally protected by mountain ranges that act as barriers from the onslaught of typhoons.
Compared to other provinces in Region XI and in the Mindanao area, Davao del Norte has demonstrated a low degree of vulnerability to various El Niño episodes.
The fairly pronounced rainy months in the province are from November through February. The total rainfall, which was recorded at 3,031.6 mm in 2000, is the highest In the past twenty years.
Compared to other provinces in Region XI and in the Mindanao area, Davao del Norte has demonstrated a low degree of vulnerability to various El Niño episodes.
The fairly pronounced rainy months in the province are from November through February. The total rainfall, which was recorded at 3,031.6 mm in 2000, is the highest In the past twenty years.
