Singapore Changi Airport

WSSS / SIN

Singapore, SG

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
15:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
3 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
30,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WSSS 041530Z 34003KT 9999 FEW018CB SCT025 BKN300 26/25 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 22 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 30,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,822 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,522 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
30,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
30,022 ft AMSL
QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (22 ft)
Pressure Alt
120 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,445 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF WSSS 041100Z 0412/0518 33007KT 9999 FEW015 SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SSS
02L ✈️
20R
02C ✈️
20C
02R ✈️
20L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02C/20C
Active: 02C
13,123 ft 197 ft ASP 23°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
✈️ 02L/20R
Active: 02L
13,123 ft 197 ft ASP 23°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
✈️ 02R/20L
Active: 02R
13,123 ft 197 ft ASP 23°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - WSSS

7,891 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.5%
MVFR
11%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
0.3%

Singapore Changi Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.1 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.4°C (range: 23°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
53.5%
NE
2%
E
4%
SE
3.6%
S
12.2%
SW
4.7%
W
4.7%
NW
13.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.4°C
Range: 23°C to 34°C
23°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02C/20C
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 02L/20R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 02R/20L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,891 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Singapore Changi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WSSS
IATA Code: SIN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 22 ft MSL

Location

City: Singapore
Country: SG
Latitude: 1.350190°
Longitude: 103.994003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 02C/20C
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 02L/20R
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 02R/20L
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Singapore Changi Airport

Overview

Singapore Changi Airport is a major international aviation hub located in Singapore, serving as a critical gateway for air traffic in Southeast Asia. Situated at 1.350190°N, 103.994003°E with an elevation of 22 feet MSL, the airport plays a crucial role in regional and global air transportation networks. The airport features three parallel runways, each 13,123 feet long and constructed with asphalt surfaces.

Flying Conditions

Singapore's tropical maritime climate presents consistently warm and humid conditions throughout the year, with minimal seasonal temperature variation. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and thunderstorms, which are common in this equatorial region. The airport's low elevation and coastal location contribute to generally stable atmospheric conditions, though rapid weather changes can occur due to tropical storm development.

Notable Features

The airport's three parallel runways (02C/20C, 02L/20R, and 02R/20L) provide significant operational flexibility for handling high-volume air traffic. Its strategic geographic position allows for efficient east-west and north-south routing, making it a critical junction for both regional and long-haul international flights. The uniform runway length of 13,123 feet enables accommodations for wide-body and heavy aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests potential wind considerations along the 02/20 axis, with pilots needing to assess current meteorological conditions for optimal approach selection. The parallel runway configuration allows for simultaneous approach and departure operations when weather and air traffic conditions permit. Precise navigation and adherence to established procedures are critical given the airport's high-traffic environment and complex airspace management.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.