Phu Bai International Airport

VVPB / HUI

Huế, VN

Last Updated
Jul 3, 22:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
1 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VVPB 032230Z 33001KT 9999 FEW015 BKN060 27/26 Q1004 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 48 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,548 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,048 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Phu Bai International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°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 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 01:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 07:00Z and 12:00Z.

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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (48 ft)
Pressure Alt
326 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,778 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VVPB 031700Z 0318/0418 22006KT 9999 SCT015 BKN050 TEMPO 0318/0401 4000 SHRA BKN013 FEW015CB BKN050 TEMPO 0407/0412 3500 SHRA BKN013 FEW015CB BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
07:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 3.5 km
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VPB
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,775 ft 130 ft ASP 93°
0.5 kt 0.9 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VVPB

13,354 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.6%
MVFR
20.9%
IFR
10%
LIFR
1.5%

Phu Bai International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 132 knots. Temperature extremes range from 14°C to 96°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 132 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
20.4%
N
8.9%
S
11.6%
W
17.9%
NE
11.8%
NW
9.4%
SE
5%
SW
14.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.8°C
Range: 14°C to 96°C
14°C 96°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 13,354 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Phu Bai International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VVPB
IATA Code: HUI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 48 ft MSL

Location

City: Huế
Country: VN
Latitude: 16.400628°
Longitude: 107.703094°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,775 ft
Width: 130 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Phu Bai International Airport

Overview

Phu Bai International Airport serves the Huế region in central Vietnam, situated at a low elevation of 48 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single 8,775-foot asphalted runway (09/27), it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding coastal area. The airport supports various aviation operations in a strategically important geographical location.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Phu Bai demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 53.8% of observations. Marginal VFR conditions occur 26.9% of the time, while Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) are present in 16.4% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly westerly winds averaging 5.8 knots, with temperature ranges from 14°C to 96°C and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (09/27) offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds average just 3 knots, providing relatively comfortable landing and takeoff scenarios. Geographic positioning near the coast suggests potential for rapid weather changes and wind variability, particularly during seasonal transitions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most favorable months for visual flying conditions at Phu Bai. Pilots should anticipate westerly wind patterns and prepare for potential instrument conditions, given the 16.4% IFR occurrence rate. The long runway and consistent wind characteristics generally support predictable approach and departure procedures.

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.