Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport

WADD / DPS

Kuta, Badung, ID

Last Updated
May 14, 23:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
23:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
13 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WADD 142330Z 12013KT 9999 FEW017 28/26 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 14 ft
FEW 1,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,714 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 13 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 26°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (14 ft)
Pressure Alt
142 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,705 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF WADD 141700Z 1418/1600 12011KT 9999 SCT016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 11 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ADD
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
9,790 ft 148 ft ASP 88°
11.3 kt 6.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - WADD

11,448 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.7%
MVFR
19.3%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
0.9%

Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.7 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.1°C (range: 23°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are May, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.5%
NE
3.3%
E
12.1%
SE
22.1%
S
3.1%
SW
6.2%
W
37.5%
NW
8.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.1°C
Range: 23°C to 34°C
23°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,448 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WADD
IATA Code: DPS
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 14 ft MSL

Location

City: Kuta, Badung
Country: ID
Latitude: -8.748409°
Longitude: 115.167123°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,790 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport

Overview

Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport serves as the primary international gateway to Bali, Indonesia. Located in Kuta, Badung, the airport is strategically positioned to handle significant international and domestic air traffic. As a large airport with an elevation of 14 feet MSL, it supports comprehensive aviation operations for the region.

Flying Conditions

Situated near the equator at coordinates -8.748409, 115.167123, the airport experiences consistent tropical maritime weather conditions. Pilots can expect generally stable atmospheric conditions with potential for localized convective activity typical of tropical island environments. The single runway (09/27) measuring 9,790 feet with an asphalt surface provides substantial operational flexibility.

Notable Features

The airport is positioned in a coastal environment, which introduces potential for sea-level wind variations and thermal conditions. Its single runway orientation (09/27) suggests potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing wind patterns. The low elevation of 14 feet MSL indicates minimal terrain-related approach complexities.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27's substantial 9,790-foot length accommodates a wide range of aircraft types and provides ample landing and takeoff margins. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal and maritime wind effects during approach, particularly during transition between land and sea breezes. Standard instrument approach procedures will be critical given the airport's tropical island location.

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.