Mae Hong Son Airport

VTCH / HGN

Mae Hong Son, TH

Last Updated
Jun 10, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
5 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTCH 100500Z 29005KT 250V350 9999 FEW018 BKN025 30/24 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 929 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,729 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,429 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Mae Hong Son Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 5 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
978 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (929 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,057 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,080 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTCH 092300Z 1000/1024 16005KT 9999 SCT025 TEMPO 1006/1012 24010G20KT 4000 TSRA FEW020CB BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCH
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
6,562 ft 98 ft ASP 107°
5.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTCH

3,025 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.3%
MVFR
30.8%
IFR
11%
LIFR
7.9%

Mae Hong Son Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 4.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 21.6% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 39°C with an average of 27.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, January, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 4.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 21.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.6%
N
4.4%
S
11.9%
W
12.3%
NE
2.4%
NW
11.4%
SE
14.8%
SW
11.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.5°C
Range: 12°C to 39°C
12°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.4%

Best Months for VFR

October January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,025 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mae Hong Son Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTCH
IATA Code: HGN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 929 ft MSL

Location

City: Mae Hong Son
Country: TH
Latitude: 19.301300°
Longitude: 97.975800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mae Hong Son Airport

Overview

Mae Hong Son Airport serves the mountainous northern Thailand region, situated at an elevation of 929 feet MSL in a remote provincial area. Located at coordinates 19.301300, 97.975800, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for Mae Hong Son Province. The airport supports regional transportation with a single runway 11/29 measuring 6562 feet in asphalted surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 61.2% of recorded periods supporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperatures range from 12°C to 35°C, averaging 25.8°C, with the most stable flying conditions occurring in October, January, and December. Wind patterns are consistently southeast at 135°, averaging 4 knots with occasional peaks to 14 knots, and experiencing calm conditions 18.3% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's mountainous geographical context suggests complex terrain considerations for pilots. Surrounded by elevated landscape, approach and departure paths likely require careful navigation and terrain awareness. The airport's moderate elevation and single runway configuration demand precision and adherence to established procedures.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 1.9 knots. Pilots can expect generally predictable approach conditions, particularly during peak VFR months. Low probability of significant visibility restrictions (0% below 3SM) supports consistent operational reliability.

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

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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.