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Weather Briefing
VFRSultan Mahmud Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 3 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,200 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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. 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
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11,417 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 45° |
↑ 3.0 kt
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0° angle
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Weather Statistics - WMKN
5,613 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Sultan Mahmud Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.8% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.7°C (range: 22°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, April, March.
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Statistics computed from 5,613 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Sultan Mahmud Airport
Overview
Sultan Mahmud Airport serves Kuala Terengganu in Malaysia, positioned at 5.382640, 103.102997 with an elevation of 21 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides essential regional aviation infrastructure for transportation and connectivity in the northeastern coastal area of Peninsular Malaysia.
Flying Conditions
Statistical data indicates highly favorable VFR conditions 93.4% of the time, with minimal IFR (1.2%) or LIFR (0.4%) occurrences. The airport experiences consistent northeast winds averaging 6 knots, with temperatures ranging between 22°C and 33°C, creating generally stable flying conditions. January, September, and October represent the most predictable VFR months for pilots.
Notable Features
The single runway 04/22 spans 11,417 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating diverse aircraft operations. Wind patterns demonstrate extremely favorable alignment, with 100% runway compatibility and minimal average crosswind of just 2.2 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 10.2% of the time, further enhancing operational flexibility.
Approach Considerations
Given the consistent northeast wind patterns at 45 degrees, runway 04/22 offers highly reliable wind alignment for approaches and departures. Pilots can anticipate excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with zero recorded instances of visibility below 3 miles or fog interference. The broad runway and stable meteorological conditions support predictable and safe aircraft operations.
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