Lampang Airport

VTCL / LPT

, TH

Last Updated
Jun 10, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
7 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTCL 100800Z 16007KT 130V260 9999 VCSH FEW020CB SCT030 BKN100 29/25 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 811 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,811 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,811 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,811 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lampang Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 7 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
979 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (811 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,029 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,904 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTCL 100500Z 1006/1106 24005KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 1006/1015 19010G20KT 4000 TSRA FEW020CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCL
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
6,465 ft 95 ft ASP 175°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTCL

3,819 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.7%
MVFR
13.5%
IFR
3%
LIFR
1.7%

Lampang Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 26.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 9°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, October, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 14 kt
Calm Winds: 26.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.8%
N
5%
S
14.6%
W
15.1%
NE
8.3%
NW
2.6%
SE
14%
SW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.7°C
Range: 9°C to 40°C
9°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

June October May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 3,819 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lampang Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTCL
IATA Code: LPT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 811 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: TH
Latitude: 18.270901°
Longitude: 99.504204°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 6,465 ft
Width: 95 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lampang Airport

Overview

Lampang Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in northern Thailand at an elevation of 811 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 18.270901, 99.504204, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Lampang region, supporting both regional and local aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 84.2% of observations showing clear flying weather. The airport experiences a moderate wind environment, with prevailing southeast winds at 135° and an average speed of 4.1 knots, with calm conditions occurring 30.9% of the time. Temperature variations range from 9°C to 34°C, with an average of 25.4°C, offering stable thermal conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (18/36) measuring 6,465 feet with an asphalt surface. Geographically situated in northern Thailand, the airport's terrain and elevation suggest a relatively straightforward operational environment. Wind analysis indicates 100% favorable wind conditions for the runway, with an average crosswind of just 2.6 knots.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January represent the best VFR months for operations at Lampang Airport. The runway's orientation and consistent wind patterns typically favor minimal crosswind challenges. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility, providing generally excellent approach and landing conditions.

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.