U-Tapao International Airport

VTBU / UTP

Rayong, TH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
7 kt
170°
7 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTBU 041130Z 17007KT 7000 FEW020 30/24 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 42 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,042 ft AMSL
QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (42 ft)
Pressure Alt
260 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,070 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTBU 040500Z 0406/0506 18010KT 9000 FEW020 BECMG 0418/0420 35004KT BECMG 0501/0503 17008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 10 kt
Visibility: 9 km
18:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 350° 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBU
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
11,500 ft 197 ft ASP 185°
6.9 kt 1.2 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 - VTBU

7,737 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.6%
MVFR
31.7%
IFR
5.5%
LIFR
0.3%

U-Tapao International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 34°C with an average of 27°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 1.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
39.8%
NE
5.4%
E
1.9%
SE
3.7%
S
19%
SW
11.7%
W
4.7%
NW
12.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 27°C
Range: 17°C to 34°C
17°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,737 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

U-Tapao International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTBU
IATA Code: UTP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 42 ft MSL

Location

City: Rayong
Country: TH
Latitude: 12.679900°
Longitude: 101.004997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 11,500 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About U-Tapao International Airport

Overview

U-Tapao International Airport serves Rayong, Thailand, as a medium-sized airport located at 12.679900, 101.004997. Situated at 42 ft mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the eastern Thailand region. Its single runway (18/36) spans 11,500 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 71.1% of METAR reports showing visual flight rules. Winds predominantly originate from the north (0°) at an average of 6.5 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 17 knots. Temperature ranges consistently between 17°C and 34°C, with an average of 26.8°C, supporting stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation and coastal proximity suggest minimal terrain challenges for approach and departure. Calm wind conditions are rare, occurring only 1.4% of the time. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with no reported instances of significant fog or reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal crosswind challenges, averaging just 2.6 knots. Optimal visual flying conditions are most prevalent during September, October, and December. Pilots can expect consistent, predictable weather patterns with high probability of visual meteorological conditions.

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.