Narathiwat Airport

VTSC / NAW

, TH

Last Updated
May 15, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
5 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTSC 150400Z 09005KT 030V130 9999 SCT022 33/24 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
SCT 2,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,216 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Narathiwat Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 5 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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 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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 13:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (16 ft)
Pressure Alt
144 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,308 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTSC 142300Z 1500/1524 21005KT 9999 FEW020 SCT100 BECMG 1504/1506 04010KT TEMPO 1506/1513 VRB15G25KT 4000 TSRA FEW016CB SCT018 BKN100 BECMG 1513/1515 21005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
13:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 210° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TSC
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 23°
1.7 kt 4.7 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTSC

3,207 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.1%
MVFR
5.8%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.2%

Narathiwat Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.8 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.1°C (range: 21°C to 36°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 2.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.8%
NE
14.9%
E
35.5%
SE
3.8%
S
22.3%
SW
5.8%
W
3.6%
NW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.1°C
Range: 21°C to 36°C
21°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,207 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Narathiwat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTSC
IATA Code: NAW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: TH
Latitude: 6.519920°
Longitude: 101.742996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Narathiwat Airport

Overview

Narathiwat Airport serves the southernmost province of Thailand, located near the Malaysian border in a strategically important regional area. The airport operates as a medium-sized facility at a low elevation of 16 feet mean sea level, supporting local and regional transportation needs in this southeastern Thai province.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates highly favorable VFR conditions 89.7% of the time, with predominantly easterly winds averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature ranges between 21°C and 36°C, with an average of 27.7°C, suggesting stable and predictable flying environments throughout the year. October, January, and September represent the most consistent VFR months for aviation operations.

Notable Features

The single runway 02/20 is 8,202 feet long with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's geographic positioning near the coast suggests potential for variable wind conditions, though prevailing winds consistently track from the east at 90 degrees with minimal variability.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 3.9 knots. Pilots can expect minimal wind-related approach challenges, with consistently predictable wind patterns supporting stable landing and takeoff conditions across all seasons.

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.