Lethem Airport

SYLT / LTM

Lethem, GY

Last Updated
Mar 3, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 6 hours ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
12 kt
80°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SYLT 032100Z 08012KT 9999 FEW024 33/22 Q1003 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 351 ft
FEW 2,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,751 ft AMSL
QNH
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (351 ft)
Pressure Alt
659 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,903 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.7°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YLT
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
5,985 ft 98 ft ASP 57°
11.8 kt 2.1 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SYLT

441 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.9%
MVFR
14.1%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Lethem Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 13.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 124 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 31.1°C (range: 23°C to 37°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 13.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 124 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.9%
NE
11.9%
E
78.9%
SE
6%
S
1.1%
SW
0.5%
W
0.7%
NW
0%

Temperature Range

Average: 31.1°C
Range: 23°C to 37°C
23°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 441 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lethem Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SYLT
IATA Code: LTM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 351 ft MSL

Location

City: Lethem
Country: GY
Latitude: 3.372760°
Longitude: -59.789398°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,985 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Lethem Airport

Overview

Lethem Airport serves the town of Lethem in Guyana, strategically located near the Brazil border at an elevation of 351 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport supports regional transportation and provides critical aviation infrastructure in a remote geographical area of South America.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Lethem Airport are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 86.7% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 13.1 knots, with temperatures ranging from 23°C to 37°C and an average of 31.3°C. September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for aviation operations.

Notable Features

The single runway 07/25 is 5,985 feet long with an asphalt surface, positioned to maximize wind alignment. The airport's geographical coordinates (3.372760, -59.789398) place it in a region with minimal terrain obstructions and consistent wind patterns. Extreme wind events are possible, with maximum recorded wind speeds reaching 124 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 offers highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 4.4 knots. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no recorded instances of fog or significant visibility restrictions. The consistent eastern wind makes approaches from runway 07 or 25 typically straightforward and predictable.

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

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.