Tamworth Airport

YSTW / TMW

Tamworth, AU

Last Updated
Mar 18, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
9 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YSTW 181130Z AUTO 09009KT 9999 // NCD 26/14 Q1018

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tamworth Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 9 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 18 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YSTW 180522Z 1806/1900 10010KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
STW
06 ✈️
24
12L
30R
12R
30L
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
2,762 ft 98 ft GRS 73°
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
30° angle
12L/30R 7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 133°
6.6 kt 6.1 kt
43° angle
12R/30L 3,642 ft 60 ft ASP 133°
6.6 kt 6.1 kt
43° angle
18/36 3,346 ft 98 ft GRS 188°
1.3 kt 8.9 kt
98° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YSTW

8,841 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.9%
MVFR
2.3%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0.5%

Tamworth Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 5.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.2%
NE
3.5%
E
12.6%
SE
23.4%
S
14.4%
SW
7.3%
W
11.8%
NW
10%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.3°C
Range: 1°C to 42°C
1°C 42°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

March February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 12L/30R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 12R/30L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,841 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tamworth Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YSTW
IATA Code: TMW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,334 ft MSL

Location

City: Tamworth
Country: AU
Latitude: -31.077898°
Longitude: 150.845484°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,762 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 12L/30R
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12R/30L
Length: 3,642 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 3,346 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Tamworth Airport

Overview

Tamworth Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in New South Wales, Australia, positioned at coordinates -31.077898, 150.845484 and elevated at 1334 ft MSL. The airport features multiple runways accommodating various aircraft operations, with a primary long runway (12L/30R) measuring 7218 feet of asphalt surface. Its strategic location and multiple runway configurations make it a significant regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tamworth Airport are predominantly VFR, with 95.9% of observations supporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences consistent southeast winds averaging 7.9 knots, with temperature ranges from 1°C to 39°C and an average of 20.7°C. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrences (0.3%), making it a reliable destination for pilots across different seasons.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with varying surface types: two grass (GRS) and two asphalt (ASP) surfaces. Runway lengths range from 2762 ft to 7218 ft, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and operational requirements. Wind conditions demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment across all runways, with average crosswind components ranging between 4.1 and 6 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note the most favorable VFR months are December, October, and January, with consistently predictable wind patterns. The prevailing southeast wind at 135° provides consistent approach conditions. Runway 12L/30R offers the longest surface at 7218 ft, making it preferable for larger aircraft, while maintaining low average crosswind conditions of 4.1 knots.

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.