Sohar Airport

OOSH / OHS

Sohar, OM

Last Updated
Apr 30, 00:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
00:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
240°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OOSH 300050Z AUTO 24005KT CAVOK ////// 32/12 Q1003

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sohar Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 5 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating very 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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OOSH 292300Z 3000/0106 VRB02KT 8000 NSC BECMG 3009/3011 05012KT BECMG 3015/3017 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:24Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 8 km
09:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 50° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OSH
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
13,100 ft 194 ft CON
0.0 kt 5.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OOSH

8,948 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.3%
MVFR
1.4%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0.1%

Sohar Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 43°C with an average of 26.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.3%
NE
20.6%
E
21.5%
SE
8.9%
S
7.8%
SW
18%
W
15.9%
NW
3.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.7°C
Range: 15°C to 43°C
15°C 43°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,948 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sohar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OOSH
IATA Code: OHS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 20 ft MSL

Location

City: Sohar
Country: OM
Latitude: 24.386040°
Longitude: 56.625410°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-4

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 13,100 ft
Width: 194 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Sohar Airport

Sohar Airport (OOSH/OHS) is located in Sohar, OM at an elevation of 20 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (15/33), with the longest at 13,100 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 8,948 weather observations, OOSH experiences excellent VFR conditions 98.3% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at OOSH come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 6.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 27 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.7%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 15/33 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, September, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 15°C (59°F) to 43°C (109°F), averaging 26.7°C (80°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.99 to 10.22 inHg (338-346 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 8,948 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.