Surat Thani Airport

VTSB / URT

Surat Thani, TH

Last Updated
Apr 23, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
3 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTSB 230200Z 21003KT 160V320 9999 FEW020 32/25 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 20 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,020 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Surat Thani 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 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 13:00Z.

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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (20 ft)
Pressure Alt
148 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,193 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTSB 222300Z 2300/2324 26003KT 8000 FEW020 BECMG 2304/2306 05008KT TEMPO 2307/2313 VRB15G25KT -TSRA FEW016CB SCT018 BKN100 BECMG 2313/2315 34003KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:01Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 260° 3 kt
Visibility: 8 km
04:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 50° 8 kt
07:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR VRB 15 kt
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
13:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 340° 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TSB
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 44°
3.0 kt 0.5 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 - VTSB

3,761 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.7%
MVFR
13.3%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0.4%

Surat Thani Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 38°C with an average of 28°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
24.8%
NE
33.8%
E
5.3%
SE
2%
S
7.3%
SW
10.1%
W
7.6%
NW
8.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 28°C
Range: 19°C to 38°C
19°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

March January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,761 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Surat Thani Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTSB
IATA Code: URT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 20 ft MSL

Location

City: Surat Thani
Country: TH
Latitude: 9.132600°
Longitude: 99.135597°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Surat Thani Airport

Overview

Surat Thani Airport (VTSB) serves the Surat Thani province in southern Thailand, situated at a low elevation of 20 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the region, connecting travelers to this important coastal area. Its single runway (04/22) extends 9,843 feet, accommodating a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 84.5% of observations presenting clear flying weather. The airport experiences consistent northeast winds averaging 5.6 knots, with maximum gusts up to 23 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 19°C to 34°C, with an average of 27°C, creating stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location at coordinates 9.132600, 99.135597 places it in a coastal region with typically stable meteorological characteristics. Calm wind conditions are rare, occurring in only 0.8% of observations. September, December, and January represent the most favorable months for visual flight operations, offering the most consistent flying weather.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Crosswind components are minimal, averaging just 2.2 knots, which provides comfortable approach and landing conditions. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and negligible instances of reduced visibility or fog.

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

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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.