Ubon Ratchathani Airport

VTUU / UBP

Ubon Ratchathani, TH

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
36°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
6 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTUU 230500Z 22006KT 120V270 9999 FEW045 36/24 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 406 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,906 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ubon Ratchathani Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 6 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 36°C (97°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating relatively dry 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. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (406 ft)
Pressure Alt
594 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,211 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +21.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTUU 222300Z 2300/2324 19005KT 9000 SCT030 TEMPO 2320/2324 -TSRA FEW020CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 5 kt
Visibility: 9 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TUU
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
9,848 ft 148 ft ASP 51°
5.9 kt 1.0 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 - VTUU

5,028 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.1%
MVFR
8.4%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0.1%

Ubon Ratchathani Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 41°C with an average of 26.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 7.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.9%
NE
38.7%
E
6.5%
SE
4.5%
S
8.7%
SW
5.9%
W
4.7%
NW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.3°C
Range: 11°C to 41°C
11°C 41°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,028 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ubon Ratchathani Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTUU
IATA Code: UBP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 406 ft MSL

Location

City: Ubon Ratchathani
Country: TH
Latitude: 15.251300°
Longitude: 104.870003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,848 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ubon Ratchathani Airport

Overview

Ubon Ratchathani Airport serves the eastern Thailand region, located at 15.251300, 104.870003 with an elevation of 406 ft MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it supports regional transportation needs in Ubon Ratchathani province, handling various aircraft operations on its single 9,848 ft asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 91.7% of the time, with minimal MVFR (7.7%) and rare IFR periods. Winds predominantly blow from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 7.1 knots with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature ranges from 11°C to 34°C, with an average of 24.9°C, providing generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 is aligned to match the prevailing wind direction, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The airport's moderate elevation and consistent weather patterns make it a reliable operational hub in eastern Thailand. Surrounding terrain appears relatively flat, supporting predictable approach and departure scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 offers excellent wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots. December, October, and November represent the best VFR months for operations. Pilots can expect consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no recorded significant fog interference.

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.