Loei Airport

VTUL / LOE

, TH

Last Updated
May 14, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTUL 141200Z 00000KT 9999 R01/1400U BKN030 27/26 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 860 ft
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,860 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Loei Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 3.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3000 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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm 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
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
976 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (860 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,108 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,754 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTUL 141100Z 1412/1512 24005KT 8000 BKN030 TEMPO 1507/1512 VRB15KT 4000 TSRA FEW018CB SCT025 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:28Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TUL
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 6,890 ft 148 ft ASP 16°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
16° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTUL

3,408 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.5%
MVFR
25%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.7%

Loei Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 1.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 8°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 38.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.5%
N
10.7%
S
8.1%
W
9.4%
NE
7.2%
NW
5.4%
SE
4.8%
SW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.4°C
Range: 8°C to 41°C
8°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

December February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 3,408 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Loei Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTUL
IATA Code: LOE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 860 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: TH
Latitude: 17.439100°
Longitude: 101.722000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Loei Airport

Overview

Loei Airport serves the northeastern Thailand region, situated at an elevation of 860 feet MSL near the city of Loei. As a medium-sized airport with a single asphalt runway (01/19) measuring 6,890 feet, it supports regional aviation operations in this part of the country.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates highly favorable VFR conditions 84% of the time, with minimal IFR and LIFR occurrences. Wind patterns are predominantly from the north at an average of 4 knots, with occasional peaks up to 18 knots, and calm conditions present 41.9% of the time. Temperature ranges from 8°C to 36°C, with an average of 24.6°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location in northeastern Thailand suggests proximity to varied terrain, typical of the region's topography. With consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles and negligible fog (0.8%), the airport offers reliable visual flight conditions for most of the year.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and a low average crosswind component of 2.3 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions particularly during December, January, and November, which represent the best months for visual operations.

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
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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.