Lampang Airport

VTCL / LPT

, TH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
13:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
4 kt
130°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTCL 041300Z 13004KT CAVOK 29/15 Q1007 NOSIG
QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (811 ft)
Pressure Alt
999 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,874 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTCL 041700Z 0418/0518 03005KT 9000 SCT030 BECMG 0422/0424 00000KT 1500 BR BECMG 0502/0504 16005KT 8000 NSW BECMG 0508/0510 36005KT TEMPO 0510/0516 16015G25KT 4000 TSRA FEW020CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 5 kt
Visibility: 9 km
02:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
08:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 360° 5 kt
10:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR 160° 15 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
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24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCL
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
6,465 ft 95 ft ASP 175°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTCL

2,411 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.6%
MVFR
10.9%
IFR
1.9%
LIFR
2.6%

Lampang Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 4.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.8% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 36°C with an average of 25.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, February, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 4.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 14 kt
Calm Winds: 30.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.4%
NE
11.4%
E
8.7%
SE
16.8%
S
10.6%
SW
4.1%
W
8.8%
NW
2.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.8°C
Range: 9°C to 36°C
9°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

October February September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 2,411 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lampang Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTCL
IATA Code: LPT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 811 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: TH
Latitude: 18.270901°
Longitude: 99.504204°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 6,465 ft
Width: 95 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lampang Airport

Overview

Lampang Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in northern Thailand at an elevation of 811 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 18.270901, 99.504204, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Lampang region, supporting both regional and local aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 84.2% of observations showing clear flying weather. The airport experiences a moderate wind environment, with prevailing southeast winds at 135° and an average speed of 4.1 knots, with calm conditions occurring 30.9% of the time. Temperature variations range from 9°C to 34°C, with an average of 25.4°C, offering stable thermal conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (18/36) measuring 6,465 feet with an asphalt surface. Geographically situated in northern Thailand, the airport's terrain and elevation suggest a relatively straightforward operational environment. Wind analysis indicates 100% favorable wind conditions for the runway, with an average crosswind of just 2.6 knots.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January represent the best VFR months for operations at Lampang Airport. The runway's orientation and consistent wind patterns typically favor minimal crosswind challenges. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility, providing generally excellent approach and landing 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.