Lethem Airport

SYLT / LTM

Lethem, GY

Last Updated
Jun 9, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 15 hours ago
21:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
12 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SYLT 092100Z 06012KT 9999 FEW020CB 30/24 Q1007 NOSIG RMK CB ALQDS

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 351 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,351 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lethem Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 15.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 12 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 11 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain.

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.

QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (351 ft)
Pressure Alt
539 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,423 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF SYLT 101100Z 1012/1023 07010KT 5000 SHRA FEW015CB BKN018 BECMG 1015/1017 9999 FEW016CB SCT020 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:14Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
Showers Rain
15:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

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

714 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.7%
MVFR
18.3%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Lethem Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 15 knots, with gusts recorded up to 714 knots. Temperatures typically range between 23°C and 50°C with an average of 30.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, June, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 15 kt
Maximum Recorded: 714 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
E
75.8%
N
1%
S
2.1%
W
2%
NE
11.7%
NW
0.4%
SE
6.2%
SW
0.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 30.6°C
Range: 23°C to 50°C
23°C 50°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September June October

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 714 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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.