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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 9,200 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 183° | No wind data |
Weather Statistics - WMKD
4,020 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Kuantan Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.5% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.2°C (range: 21°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, March, February.
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Statistics computed from 4,020 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Kuantan Airport
Overview
Kuantan Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in the eastern Malaysian state of Pahang, situated at an elevation of 58 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 3.775390, 103.209000, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Kuantan metropolitan region and surrounding coastal areas.
Flying Conditions
Weather observations indicate highly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions 78% of the time, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring 15.4% of observations. Winds predominantly blow from the North at an average of 5.1 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 16 knots, and calm conditions present 16.1% of the time. Temperature ranges between 21°C and 34°C, with an average of 26.3°C.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (18/36) measuring 9,200 feet with an asphalt surface. Geographically positioned near the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, the airport's location suggests potential maritime and coastal atmospheric influences that pilots should anticipate during flight planning.
Approach Considerations
Runway 18/36 demonstrates exceptionally favorable wind conditions, with winds aligned 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of just 2.3 knots. January, September, and October represent the most consistently stable VFR months, offering optimal approach and departure conditions for pilots.
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