Current Weather
Raw METAR
Weather Briefing
VFRSumbawanga Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (180°) at 3 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
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0 ft | 0 ft | 0° |
↑ 1.0 kt
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↔ 2.8 kt
70° angle
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Weather Statistics - HTSU
3,207 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Sumbawanga Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6 knots. Calm conditions occur 67.4% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 29°C with an average of 20°C. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, October.
Wind Analysis
Temperature Range
Visibility
Best Months for VFR
Runway Wind Analysis
Statistics computed from 3,207 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Sumbawanga Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
Location
Runway Information
Flight Planning Tools
About Sumbawanga Airport
Sumbawanga Airport (HTSU/SUT) is located in Sumbawanga, TZ at an elevation of 5,960 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (07/25).
Weather Profile
Analysis of 3,207 weather observations shows HTSU maintains VFR conditions 84.3% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 15.6% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 0.2% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at HTSU come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 6 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (67.4% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 07/25 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.9 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are June, September, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 9°C (48°F) to 29°C (84°F), averaging 20°C (68°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 10.18 to 10.27 inHg (345-348 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 3,207 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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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.