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Weather Briefing
VFRSandakan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 7 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,600 ft, few at 1,700 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,700 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
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8,202 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 81° |
↑ 6.1 kt
•
↔ 3.5 kt
30° angle
|
Weather Statistics - WBKS
6,238 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Sandakan Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.5% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.6°C (range: 22°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are May, April, March.
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Statistics computed from 6,238 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Sandakan Airport - Airport Information
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About Sandakan Airport
Overview
Sandakan Airport serves the city of Sandakan in Sabah, Malaysia, located on the northeastern coast of Borneo. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 46 feet MSL, it provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the region's maritime and coastal communities.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly visual flight rules (VFR) conditions, with 90.9% of observations supporting clear flying weather. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 27.3°C with a range between 23°C and 34°C. Wind patterns are stable, with a northeast prevailing direction at 45° and an average speed of 5.4 knots.
Notable Features
Situated at coordinates 5.900900, 118.058998, Sandakan Airport features a single runway (08/26) measuring 8,202 feet with an asphalt surface. The airport's geographical position suggests a coastal environment, which typically introduces potential for variable wind conditions and sea-level meteorological dynamics.
Approach Considerations
Runway 08/26 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.4 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions, particularly during January, September, and November, which statistically offer the most consistently clear flying weather.
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