Mactan Cebu International Airport

RPVM / CEB

Lapu-Lapu City, PH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
18:00Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
7 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
342 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RPVM 041800Z 04007KT 9999 FEW008 SCT009 27/23 Q1009 NOSIG RMK A2980

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 31 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL
SCT 900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
831 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
931 ft AMSL
QNH
342 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
341 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (31 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,169 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,616 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RPVM 041700Z 0418/0524 03008KT 9999 FEW020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PVM
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
10,827 ft 148 ft ASP 44°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RPVM

4,207 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.4%
MVFR
11.4%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
0.1%

Mactan Cebu International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 132 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.8°C (range: 23°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, December, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 132 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
38.9%
NE
23.4%
E
5%
SE
1.7%
S
4.6%
SW
9.3%
W
7.4%
NW
9.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.8°C
Range: 23°C to 35°C
23°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January December October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,207 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mactan Cebu International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RPVM
IATA Code: CEB
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 31 ft MSL

Location

City: Lapu-Lapu City
Country: PH
Latitude: 10.309261°
Longitude: 123.979740°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 10,827 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mactan Cebu International Airport

Overview

Mactan Cebu International Airport (RPVM) serves as a critical aviation hub in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines, located in Lapu-Lapu City. Positioned at 31 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 10.309261, 123.979740, the airport is a large international facility handling significant passenger and cargo traffic for the Cebu metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 31 ft MSL indicates a maritime tropical climate typical of the Philippine archipelago. Pilots should anticipate potential convective weather and tropical maritime conditions that can generate localized thunderstorm activity, especially during the monsoon seasons. Wind patterns and visibility can vary significantly throughout the year.

Notable Features

The primary runway 04/22 is 10,827 feet long with an asphalt (ASP) surface, providing substantial landing and takeoff capabilities for large commercial aircraft. Its geographic position on Mactan Island presents unique navigational considerations, with surrounding maritime terrain and potential sea-level wind variations that can impact approach and departure procedures.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22's extended length offers flexibility for various aircraft types and operational requirements. Given the airport's coastal location, pilots should be prepared for potential wind shear and turbulence, particularly during seasonal weather transitions. Standard maritime airport considerations regarding visibility and wind patterns should be carefully evaluated during flight planning.

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.