Yangon International Airport

VYYY / RGN

Yangon, MM

Last Updated
May 15, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
4 kt
150°
6 km
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VYYY 151130Z 15004KT 6000 BKN015 FEW020CB OVC100 27/26 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 109 ft
BKN 1,500 ft AGL
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
OVC 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,609 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,109 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,109 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Yangon International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 10,000 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

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 06:00Z 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
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (109 ft)
Pressure Alt
357 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,823 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VYYY 150500Z 1506/1606 23005KT 7000 BKN015 FEW020CB BKN100 TX32/1509 TN23/1523 TEMPO 1506/1512 23005KT 4000 TSRA BKN012 FEW015CB OVC090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:46Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 230° 5 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YYY
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
11,200 ft 200 ft ASP 33°
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 - VYYY

10,618 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
98.3%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.3%

Yangon International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 1.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 3.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from 18°C to 78°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 3.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 5.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
14%
N
18.7%
S
7.1%
W
12.2%
NE
17.1%
NW
3.2%
SE
9.1%
SW
13.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.9°C
Range: 18°C to 78°C
18°C 78°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 10,618 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yangon International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VYYY
IATA Code: RGN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 109 ft MSL

Location

City: Yangon
Country: MM
Latitude: 16.907301°
Longitude: 96.133202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 11,200 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Yangon International Airport

Overview

Yangon International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Myanmar, located in the country's largest city. Situated at 109 feet above mean sea level, the airport handles significant commercial and passenger traffic for the Yangon metropolitan region. Its single runway (03/21) extends an impressive 11,200 feet, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Yangon's tropical monsoon climate produces significant seasonal weather variations that pilots must carefully anticipate. The airport experiences distinct wet and dry seasons, with heavy rainfall potentially impacting visibility and runway conditions during the monsoon months. Pilots should be prepared for potential rapid weather changes and reduced visual conditions, particularly between May and October.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic position at 16.907301, 96.133202 places it in a coastal region with relatively flat surrounding terrain. Its elevation of 109 feet MSL provides a stable approach environment with minimal altitude-related performance considerations. The asphalted runway (11,200 ft) offers substantial landing and takeoff capabilities for most commercial and cargo aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 provides a primary approach axis aligned with the local geographical orientation. Given the airport's coastal location, wind conditions can vary, potentially requiring careful wind assessment during approach and landing. Pilots should maintain standard instrument approach procedures and be prepared for potential crosswind conditions typical of the region's meteorological patterns.

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.