Mactan Cebu International Airport

RPVM / CEB

Lapu-Lapu City, PH

Last Updated
Jul 4, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
3 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RPVM 040100Z 17003KT 110V230 9999 TS SCT021CB BKN026 BKN035 31/25 Q1012 TEMPO 5000 TSRA RMK A2988 CB N-SW

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 31 ft
SCT 2,100 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,131 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,631 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,531 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Mactan Cebu International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,100 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture 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 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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (31 ft)
Pressure Alt
69 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,996 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RPVM 032300Z 0400/0506 07003KT 9999 FEW020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 3 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: 22
10,827 ft 148 ft ASP 44°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RPVM

7,185 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.6%
MVFR
11.2%
IFR
1.9%
LIFR
0.3%

Mactan Cebu International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 132 knots. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 35°C with an average of 28.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, December, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 132 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
5%
N
33.6%
S
4.7%
W
5.9%
NE
30.2%
NW
8%
SE
2%
SW
10.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.3°C
Range: 18°C to 35°C
18°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January December April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,185 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.