Sibulan Airport

RPVD / DGT

Dumaguete City, PH

Last Updated
Jun 10, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
34°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
10 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RPVD 100700Z 16010KT 9999 FEW014CB 34/22 Q1008 RMK A2977 CB NE

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 15 ft
FEW 1,400 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,415 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sibulan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 10 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,400 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,400 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 34°C (93°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (15 ft)
Pressure Alt
173 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,457 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RPVD 100500Z 1006/1106 14008KT 9999 FEW015 TEMPO 1006/1012 FEW014CB BKN080 BECMG 1012/1014 25006KT BECMG 1100/1102 14008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 250° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PVD
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
6,220 ft 118 ft ASP 93°
3.4 kt 9.4 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RPVD

4,111 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.1%
MVFR
5.2%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0.1%

Sibulan Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.7 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.3°C (range: 22°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are May, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 3.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.2%
N
25.6%
S
3.2%
W
16.6%
NE
11.6%
NW
15.2%
SE
3%
SW
3.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.3°C
Range: 22°C to 34°C
22°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,111 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sibulan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RPVD
IATA Code: DGT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 15 ft MSL

Location

City: Dumaguete City
Country: PH
Latitude: 9.334183°
Longitude: 123.301910°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,220 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sibulan Airport

Overview

Sibulan Airport serves Dumaguete City on Negros Island, Philippines, functioning as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at 15 ft mean sea level with coordinates 9.334183, 123.301910, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Negros Oriental region. Its single runway 09/27 measures 6,220 feet and is constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Sibulan Airport are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 93.7% of observations supporting VFR operations. Prevailing winds from the north (0°) average 6.2 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 20 knots. Temperature ranges from 22°C to 34°C, with an average of 28.2°C, ensuring consistently stable atmospheric conditions for aviation.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 15 ft MSL and flat surrounding terrain provide straightforward approaches and minimal terrain-related challenges. Wind patterns demonstrate consistent northerly flow, with only 1.9% of observations showing calm conditions. Optimal visual flying months include October, January, and September, offering the most predictable weather patterns.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 presents favorable wind conditions, with 100% compatibility and an average crosswind of only 4.1 knots. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no significant fog or low visibility events recorded. The airport's geographic positioning and consistent meteorological profile support reliable all-season operations.

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

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.