Loei Airport

VTUL / LOE

, TH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
3 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTUL 041200Z 27003KT 9999 FEW030 28/22 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 860 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,860 ft AMSL
QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
978 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (860 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,048 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,814 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTUL 041100Z 0412/0512 13005KT 8000 FEW030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 130° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TUL
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
6,890 ft 148 ft ASP 16°
0.5 kt 3.0 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 - VTUL

2,406 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86%
MVFR
12.3%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
1%

Loei Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 42.6% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 36°C with an average of 24.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 42.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.5%
NE
7.8%
E
8.3%
SE
4%
S
6.8%
SW
5.1%
W
7.4%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.9°C
Range: 8°C to 36°C
8°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

March December February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,406 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Loei Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTUL
IATA Code: LOE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 860 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: TH
Latitude: 17.439100°
Longitude: 101.722000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Loei Airport

Overview

Loei Airport serves the northeastern Thailand region, situated at an elevation of 860 feet MSL near the city of Loei. As a medium-sized airport with a single asphalt runway (01/19) measuring 6,890 feet, it supports regional aviation operations in this part of the country.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates highly favorable VFR conditions 84% of the time, with minimal IFR and LIFR occurrences. Wind patterns are predominantly from the north at an average of 4 knots, with occasional peaks up to 18 knots, and calm conditions present 41.9% of the time. Temperature ranges from 8°C to 36°C, with an average of 24.6°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location in northeastern Thailand suggests proximity to varied terrain, typical of the region's topography. With consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles and negligible fog (0.8%), the airport offers reliable visual flight conditions for most of the year.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and a low average crosswind component of 2.3 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions particularly during December, January, and November, which represent the best months for visual operations.

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
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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.