Krabi Airport

VTSG / KBV

Krabi, TH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
6 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTSG 041300Z 23006KT 210V270 9999 FEW020 29/23 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 82 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,082 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (82 ft)
Pressure Alt
240 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,940 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTSG 041100Z 0412/0512 24005KT 9999 SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TSG
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
9,842 ft 148 ft ASP 140°
0.0 kt 6.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTSG

3,904 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.8%
MVFR
15.8%
IFR
1.8%
LIFR
0.6%

Krabi Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 37°C with an average of 26.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 14 kt
Calm Winds: 4.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
23.1%
NE
31.2%
E
18.9%
SE
1.4%
S
2.7%
SW
8%
W
8.5%
NW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.5°C
Range: 20°C to 37°C
20°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

March February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,904 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Krabi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTSG
IATA Code: KBV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 82 ft MSL

Location

City: Krabi
Country: TH
Latitude: 8.099120°
Longitude: 98.986198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Krabi Airport

Overview

Krabi Airport serves southern Thailand as a medium-sized airport located in Krabi Province, positioned near the Andaman Sea coastline. The airport handles regional and tourist-oriented air traffic, situated at a low elevation of 82 feet mean sea level with geographic coordinates 8.099120, 98.986198.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Krabi Airport are predominantly VFR, with 77.8% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Prevailing winds from the northeast at 45 degrees average 4.8 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 14 knots. Temperature ranges between 20°C and 34°C, with an average of 26.3°C, providing generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 14/32 extends 9,842 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial landing and takeoff capabilities. Wind data indicates 100% favorable wind conditions for runway operations, with an average crosswind of only 4 knots. January, September, and October represent the most consistent VFR months for aviation activities.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect highly predictable approach conditions with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The northeast prevailing winds create reliable approach characteristics for runway 14/32, with minimal wind-related complexity. Minimal fog occurrence (0.1%) and no significant low visibility events enhance overall approach reliability.

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.