Nan Airport

VTCN / NNT

, TH

Last Updated
Jun 10, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 8 hours ago
13:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTCN 101300Z 00000KT 9999 FEW030 30/25 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 685 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,685 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 7.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 18:00Z.

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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
984 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (685 ft)
Pressure Alt
873 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,837 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTCN 101700Z 1018/1118 18005KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 1018/1020 -TSRA FEW020CB BKN030 BECMG 1020/1022 02005KT BECMG 1102/1104 18005KT TEMPO 1106/1118 20015G25KT 4000 TSRA FEW020CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 180° 5 kt
06:00Z TEMPO
+10h
IFR 200° 15 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCN
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 6,562 ft 148 ft ASP 20°
0.0 kt 0.0 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 - VTCN

4,091 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.7%
MVFR
15%
IFR
7.1%
LIFR
3.2%

Nan Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 9°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 11.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.1%
N
25.6%
S
21.8%
W
3.3%
NE
14.3%
NW
4.9%
SE
5%
SW
10.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.5°C
Range: 9°C to 41°C
9°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

June May October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,091 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTCN
IATA Code: NNT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 685 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: TH
Latitude: 18.807899°
Longitude: 100.782997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Nan Airport

Overview

Nan Airport serves the Nan province in northern Thailand, positioned at an elevation of 685 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (02/20) measuring 6,562 feet in asphaltic surface, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region's aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Nan Airport predominantly support visual flight rules (VFR), with 80.8% of observations indicating favorable flying conditions. Temperature ranges from 9°C to 34°C with an average of 24.4°C, and prevailing winds from the north at an average of 3.8 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistently good VFR months for aviation operations.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 18.807899, 100.782997, Nan Airport is situated in a region with relatively stable meteorological characteristics. The airport experiences minimal wind variability, with calm conditions occurring 15.6% of the time and maximum wind speeds rarely exceeding 11 knots. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with no significant periods of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 1.5 knots. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months, with negligible fog occurrence (7.3%) and consistently clear atmospheric 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

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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.