Hua Hin Airport

VTPH / HHQ

Hua Hin, TH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
9 kt
80°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTPH 040600Z 08009KT 050V110 8000 FEW030 32/22 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 62 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,062 ft AMSL
QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (62 ft)
Pressure Alt
190 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,245 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTPH 040500Z 0406/0506 11008KT 9999 FEW030 BECMG 0413/0415 00000KT BECMG 0504/0506 11008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TPH
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
6,890 ft 115 ft ASP 159°
1.6 kt 8.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTPH

2,272 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.4%
MVFR
5.4%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Hua Hin Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.1% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 35°C with an average of 27.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 18.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.9%
NE
26%
E
13%
SE
12.1%
S
2.8%
SW
2.9%
W
2.5%
NW
0.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°C
Range: 17°C to 35°C
17°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 2,272 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hua Hin Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTPH
IATA Code: HHQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 62 ft MSL

Location

City: Hua Hin
Country: TH
Latitude: 12.636200°
Longitude: 99.951500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 115 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hua Hin Airport

Overview

Hua Hin Airport serves the coastal resort city of Hua Hin in Thailand, located approximately 200 kilometers south of Bangkok. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 62 feet MSL, it provides crucial aviation access to this popular tourist destination in the Prachuap Khiri Khan Province.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 95.4% of observations indicating clear weather suitable for visual flight. Winds are typically light from the north, averaging 7 knots with maximum gusts of 14 knots, and calm conditions occur 17.6% of the time. Temperature ranges from 17°C to 35°C, with an average of 27.4°C, creating generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 16/34 is 6,890 feet long with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft. Geographically situated near the coastline, pilots should be aware of potential sea breeze effects and coastal meteorological variations. The airport demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions for the primary runway.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 offers minimal crosswind challenges, with an average crosswind component of only 4.6 knots. September, January, and November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots can expect excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and no significant fog or low visibility events reported in the historical data.

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.