Soroti Airport

HUSO / SRT

Soroti, UG

Last Updated
Jun 27, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
4 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HUSO 271300Z 24004KT 9999 BKN020 FEW022CB 29/16 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,697 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
FEW 2,200 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 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

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Soroti Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating relatively dry 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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HUSO 271100Z 2712/2812 23007KT 9999 BKN021 FEW023CB FM271700 10005KT 9000 -TSRA BKN020 FEW022CB BECMG 2803/2807 34003KT 9999 FEW018 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 230° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,100 ft
17:00Z FM271700
+4h
MVFR 100° 5 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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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°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
2,525 ft 98 ft GRE 90°
3.5 kt 2.0 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

2,526 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66%
MVFR
33.7%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Soroti Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 36°C with an average of 27.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.4%
NE
13.4%
E
25.7%
SE
9.2%
S
12.2%
SW
8.4%
W
12.3%
NW
5.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°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 June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 2,526 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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.