Udon Thani Airport

VTUD / UTH

Udon Thani, TH

Last Updated
Apr 26, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
10 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTUD 260900Z 01010KT 340V050 9999 FEW040 27/24 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 579 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,579 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Udon Thani Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 10 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 08:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
989 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (579 ft)
Pressure Alt
737 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,316 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTUD 260500Z 2606/2706 09005KT 9000 SCT035 TEMPO 2608/2614 VRB15KT 4000 TSRA FEW018CB SCT030 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 9 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TUD
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
10,000 ft 148 ft ASP 117°
3.4 kt 9.4 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTUD

3,835 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.7%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0.1%

Udon Thani Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from 10°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 8.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
7%
NE
16.9%
E
26.2%
SE
10.8%
S
11.7%
SW
3.4%
W
8%
NW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.1°C
Range: 10°C to 41°C
10°C 41°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 3,835 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Udon Thani Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTUD
IATA Code: UTH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 579 ft MSL

Location

City: Udon Thani
Country: TH
Latitude: 17.386400°
Longitude: 102.788002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Udon Thani Airport

Overview

Udon Thani Airport (VTUD) serves the northeastern region of Thailand, located at an elevation of 579 feet MSL near the city of Udon Thani. The airport features a single runway 12/30 measuring 10,000 feet long with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Udon Thani Airport are predominantly VFR, with 90.2% of observations indicating clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds are from the east at 90 degrees, averaging 4.7 knots with occasional gusts up to 16 knots. The temperature range spans from 10°C to 34°C, with an average of 25.4°C, creating stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport is situated at coordinates 17.386400, 102.788002 in a relatively flat terrain typical of northeastern Thailand. Calm wind conditions occur 10.3% of the time, providing consistent operational flexibility. October through December represent the most favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying weather for pilots transiting the region.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of only 3 knots. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with no reported instances of visibility below 3 miles or fog, suggesting predictable and stable approach conditions for most flights.

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.