Tamworth Airport

YSTW / TMW

Tamworth, AU

Last Updated
Feb 17, 04:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
04:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
6 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
8,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YSTW 170430Z AUTO 31006KT 260V350 9999 // BKN088 31/09 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,334 ft
BKN 8,800 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,134 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YSTW 162325Z 1700/1718 VRB03KT CAVOK FM170100 20006KT CAVOK FM171400 05005KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
14:00Z FM171400
+10h
VFR 50° 5 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 2,762 ft 98 ft GRS 73°
3.3 kt 5.0 kt
123° angle
✈️ 12L/30R
Active: 30R
7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 133°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
✈️ 12R/30L
Active: 30L
3,642 ft 60 ft ASP 133°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
18/36 3,346 ft 98 ft GRS 188°
3.2 kt 5.1 kt
122° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YSTW

7,425 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.3%
MVFR
2.7%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0.5%

Tamworth Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.3% 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 December, October, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 6.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.9%
NE
3.4%
E
10.8%
SE
22.2%
S
14.1%
SW
8%
W
12.6%
NW
10.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.6°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

December October January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 12L/30R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 12R/30L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,425 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 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.