Vigan Airport

RPUQ

Vigan City, PH

Last Updated
May 15, 19:00Z

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Currently using: RPLI
Weather Source: Laoag International Airport (RPLI)
Distance: 39nm / 71km from RPUQ

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
341 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RPLI 151900Z 09002KT 9999 FEW018 26/24 Q1006 NOSIG RMK A2971

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,816 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vigan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°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 remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 10:00Z.

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.

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

QNH
341 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
340 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (16 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,184 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,508 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RPLI 151700Z 1518/1618 11008KT 9999 FEW018 SCT100 TEMPO 1518/1524 16008KT BECMG 1601/1603 31010KT TEMPO 1606/1610 FEW018 BKN090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
01:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 310° 10 kt
06:00Z TEMPO
+11h
VFR
Ceiling: 9,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PUQ
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
3,890 ft 90 ft ASP 15°
0.7 kt 1.9 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Vigan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RPUQ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Vigan City
Country: PH
Latitude: 17.555300°
Longitude: 120.356003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,890 ft
Width: 90 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vigan Airport

Vigan Airport (RPUQ) is located in Vigan City, PH at an elevation of 16 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (02/20), with the longest at 3,890 feet.

Airport Overview

Vigan Airport serves Vigan City in PH. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (02/20) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,890 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from RPUQ, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.