Zamboanga International Airport

RPMZ / ZAM

Zamboanga, PH

Last Updated
May 15, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
18:00Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
30,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RPMZ 151800Z VRB01KT 9999 FEW016CB BKN300 25/24 Q1008 RMK A2977 CB/OCNL LTG NE

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 33 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 30,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,633 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
30,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
30,033 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Zamboanga International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 30,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 30000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (33 ft)
Pressure Alt
191 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,399 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RPMZ 151700Z 1518/1618 04006KT 9999 FEW017 SCT090 TEMPO 1518/1524 VRB04KT -SHRA FEW016CB BKN090 BECMG 1501/1503 27009KT FEW017 BKN090 TEMPO 1603/1609 -SHRA FEW016CB BKN090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
03:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PMZ
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 8,560 ft 144 ft ASP 93° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RPMZ

4,526 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.2%
MVFR
1.5%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Zamboanga International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.5 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28°C (range: 20°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 6.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.3%
NE
10.1%
E
16.3%
SE
3.9%
S
5.9%
SW
10.8%
W
39.5%
NW
4.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 28°C
Range: 20°C to 34°C
20°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

January May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,526 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zamboanga International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RPMZ
IATA Code: ZAM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 33 ft MSL

Location

City: Zamboanga
Country: PH
Latitude: 6.922420°
Longitude: 122.059998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,560 ft
Width: 144 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Zamboanga International Airport

Overview

Zamboanga International Airport serves the city of Zamboanga in the southern Philippines, providing critical air connectivity for the region. Located at 6.922420, 122.059998 with an elevation of 33 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport handles diverse aviation operations with a single runway 09/27 measuring 8,560 feet in asphalt.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Zamboanga are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 97.8% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Winds predominantly originate from the west at 270° with an average speed of 5.5 knots, rarely exceeding 20 knots. Temperature remains consistent, averaging 27.8°C with a range between 22°C and 34°C, offering stable thermal conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical position in southern Philippines presents a tropical maritime environment with generally stable meteorological characteristics. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with no recorded instances of fog or severely restricted visibility. The terrain surrounding the airport appears to be relatively flat, consistent with the low elevation of 33 ft MSL.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2 knots. January, September, and December represent the most consistently favorable months for VFR operations. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with high probability of visual meteorological conditions throughout the year.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.