Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport

WADD / DPS

Kuta, Badung, ID

Last Updated
Jul 4, 00:32Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
00:32Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
230°
--
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI WADD 040032Z 23002KT FEW008 OVC016 27/24 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 14 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL
OVC 1,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
814 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,614 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,600 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF WADD 032300Z 0400/0506 11010KT 9999 SCT016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 10 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: 27
9,790 ft 148 ft ASP 88°
1.5 kt 1.3 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - WADD

13,725 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.2%
MVFR
17.3%
IFR
1.8%
LIFR
0.7%

Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.7 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28°C (range: 22°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are July, June, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
15.4%
N
6.2%
S
3%
W
31.5%
NE
3.9%
NW
7.6%
SE
26.9%
SW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 28°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

July June October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 13,725 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.