Bisbee Douglas International Airport

KDUG / DUG

Douglas Bisbee, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
08:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -8°C
3 kt
50°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KDUG 040856Z AUTO 05003KT 10SM CLR 08/M08 A3008 RMK AO2 SLP134 T00781078 50001 TSNO
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
881 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,154 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,982 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,139 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KDUG 040520Z 0406/0506 35008KT P6SM SKC FM040800 VRB03KT P6SM SKC FM042000 24012G20KT P6SM BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM042000
+11h
VFR 240° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DUG
03 ✈️
21
08
26
12
30
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
7,158 ft 150 ft ASP 44°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
08/26 5,000 ft 75 ft ASP 90°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
12/30 7,503 ft 150 ft ASP 135°
0.3 kt 3.0 kt
85° angle
17/35 7,311 ft 100 ft ASP 179°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
129° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KDUG

2,806 observations | Oct 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.2%
MVFR
3.5%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0.5%

Bisbee Douglas International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 21.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 21.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.8%
NE
5.5%
E
15.9%
SE
6.7%
S
9.6%
SW
5.9%
W
6.6%
NW
13%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.5°C
Range: -3°C to 30°C
-3°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.5%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

March October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,806 METAR observations (Oct 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bisbee Douglas International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDUG
IATA Code: DUG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,154 ft MSL

Location

City: Douglas Bisbee
Country: US
Latitude: 31.469000°
Longitude: -109.603996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,158 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 7,503 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 7,311 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bisbee Douglas International Airport

Overview

Bisbee Douglas International Airport serves the Douglas and Bisbee region in southeastern Arizona, situated at an elevation of 4,154 feet MSL. The airport features four paved runways ranging from 5,000 to 7,503 feet in length, providing flexible operational capabilities for various aircraft types. Its strategic location and multiple runway configurations support regional transportation and aviation needs in this part of Arizona.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 94.8% of the time, with minimal periods of instrument meteorological conditions. Prevailing winds are from the east at an average of 6.6 knots, with a maximum recorded speed of 22 knots and calm conditions 25% of the time. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 30°C, with an average of 10.6°C, offering generally stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 31.469000, -109.603996, the airport sits in a terrain characterized by the southeastern Arizona landscape. The four runways (03/21, 08/26, 12/30, and 17/35) provide multiple landing and takeoff options with consistent wind favorability. Visibility averages 9.7 statute miles, with only 0.4% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence.

Approach Considerations

October, December, and January represent the best VFR months for operations. All four runways demonstrate favorable wind conditions with consistently low average crosswind components between 4 and 4.6 knots. Pilots can expect reliable wind alignment and minimal crosswind challenges when selecting runways, with east-predominant winds providing predictable approach conditions.

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.