Surat Thani Airport

VTSB / URT

Surat Thani, TH

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
4 kt
160°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTSB 142300Z 16004KT 8000 FEW020 25/25 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 20 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,020 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Surat Thani Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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: Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 05:00Z and 12:00Z.

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. 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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (20 ft)
Pressure Alt
208 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,413 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTSB 141700Z 1418/1518 19003KT 8000 FEW020 SCT100 BECMG 1503/1505 25008KT TEMPO 1505/1512 VRB15G25KT 4000 TSRA FEW016CB SCT018 BKN100 BECMG 1513/1515 19003KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 190° 3 kt
Visibility: 8 km
03:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 250° 8 kt
05:00Z TEMPO
+6h
IFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TSB
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 44°
2.0 kt 3.5 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 - VTSB

4,154 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.9%
MVFR
13.1%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0.5%

Surat Thani Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 38°C with an average of 28.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
24.2%
NE
33.3%
E
5.6%
SE
2.1%
S
7.6%
SW
10%
W
8%
NW
8.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.2°C
Range: 19°C to 38°C
19°C 38°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March April January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,154 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Surat Thani Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTSB
IATA Code: URT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 20 ft MSL

Location

City: Surat Thani
Country: TH
Latitude: 9.132600°
Longitude: 99.135597°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Surat Thani Airport

Overview

Surat Thani Airport (VTSB) serves the Surat Thani province in southern Thailand, situated at a low elevation of 20 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the region, connecting travelers to this important coastal area. Its single runway (04/22) extends 9,843 feet, accommodating a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 84.5% of observations presenting clear flying weather. The airport experiences consistent northeast winds averaging 5.6 knots, with maximum gusts up to 23 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 19°C to 34°C, with an average of 27°C, creating stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location at coordinates 9.132600, 99.135597 places it in a coastal region with typically stable meteorological characteristics. Calm wind conditions are rare, occurring in only 0.8% of observations. September, December, and January represent the most favorable months for visual flight operations, offering the most consistent flying weather.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Crosswind components are minimal, averaging just 2.2 knots, which provides comfortable approach and landing conditions. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and negligible instances of reduced visibility or fog.

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.