Soroti Airport

HUSO / SRT

Soroti, UG

Last Updated
Mar 3, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 12 hours ago
15:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
5 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HUSO 031500Z 30005KT 9999 SCT020 FEW022CB 28/18 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,697 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
FEW 2,200 ft AGL (CB)
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,697 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,897 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
USO
05
23 ✈️
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
6,100 ft 98 ft ASP 51°
1.7 kt 4.7 kt
70° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
2,525 ft 98 ft GRE 90°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - HUSO

1,074 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.6%
MVFR
26.3%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0.1%

Soroti Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 36°C with an average of 27.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.2%
NE
14.2%
E
24.7%
SE
6%
S
11.3%
SW
8.4%
W
11.9%
NW
5.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.8°C
Range: 20°C to 36°C
20°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November January March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,074 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Soroti Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HUSO
IATA Code: SRT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,697 ft MSL

Location

City: Soroti
Country: UG
Latitude: 1.727690°
Longitude: 33.622799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,100 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 2,525 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Soroti Airport

Overview

Soroti Airport serves the eastern region of Uganda, situated at an elevation of 3,697 feet above mean sea level. Located near the city of Soroti, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area. Its two runways offer flexibility for various aircraft operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 78.9% of observations supporting visual flight rules. Winds are consistently from the east at an average of 5.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 14 knots. Temperature ranges from 20°C to 35°C, with an average of 28.1°C, providing generally stable atmospheric conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

Both runways (05/23 and 09/27) demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The primary runway 05/23 is an asphalt surface measuring 6,100 feet, while the secondary runway 09/27 is a gravel surface of 2,525 feet. The airport's elevation and geographical location suggest potential terrain considerations for approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent easterly winds, with minimal crosswind components averaging 3 knots on the primary runway and 2.8 knots on the secondary runway. November, January, and October represent the best months for VFR operations, offering optimal flying conditions. The stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles provides reliable visual reference for approaches and departures.

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.