Can Tho International Airport

VVCT / VCA

Can Tho, VN

Last Updated
Jun 2, 20:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
20:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
10 kt
250°
8 km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VVCT 022030Z 25010KT 8000 -SHRA SCT013 FEW015TCU BKN040 24/24 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 9 ft
SCT 1,300 ft AGL
FEW 1,500 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,309 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,509 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,009 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Can Tho International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 10 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 23:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 05:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (9 ft)
Pressure Alt
197 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,279 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VVCT 021700Z 0218/0318 25006KT 9999 SCT013 SCT040 TEMPO 0223/0302 5000 TSRA BKN013 FEW015CB BKN040 TEMPO 0305/0309 25015G26KT 2000 +TSRA BKN013 SCT015CB BKN040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
23:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
05:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR 250° 15 kt
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
Heavy Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VCT
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 60°
9.8 kt 1.7 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 - VVCT

11,809 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.8%
MVFR
31.5%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0%

Can Tho International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 37°C with an average of 27.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 9.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
25.3%
N
8.9%
S
11.2%
W
7.8%
NE
8.7%
NW
2.4%
SE
13.3%
SW
13.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.3°C
Range: 18°C to 37°C
18°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

June September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,809 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Can Tho International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VVCT
IATA Code: VCA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 9 ft MSL

Location

City: Can Tho
Country: VN
Latitude: 10.085100°
Longitude: 105.711998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Can Tho International Airport

Overview

Can Tho International Airport serves the Mekong Delta region in southern Vietnam, positioned at an elevation of 9 ft MSL. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations, strategically located at coordinates 10.085100, 105.711998 to facilitate regional transportation in the important agricultural province of Can Tho.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Can Tho are predominantly VFR, with 65.6% of observations in visual flight rules and 33.6% in marginal VFR. The airport experiences consistent winds from the north (0°) averaging 4.6 knots, with maximum gusts to 17 knots and calm conditions 13.4% of the time. Temperature remains stable, averaging 26.5°C with a range between 18°C and 34°C.

Notable Features

The single runway 06/24 is 9,843 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Geographically situated in the Mekong Delta, the airport's low elevation and flat surrounding terrain provide relatively straightforward approach and departure conditions with minimal terrain challenges.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 2.5 knots. Pilots will find optimal VFR conditions during September, October, and November, with consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of fog or significant visibility restrictions.

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.