Phrae Airport

VTCP / PRH

, TH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
7 kt
200°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTCP 041000Z 20007KT 120V240 6000 NSC 35/14 Q1005 NOSIG
QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (538 ft)
Pressure Alt
786 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,315 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +21.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTCP 040500Z 0406/0506 27005KT 5000 HZ FEW030 BECMG 0421/0423 36005KT 2500 BR BECMG 0502/0504 21005KT 8000 NSW
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
21:00Z BECMG
+11h
IFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: 2.5 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCP
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
4,921 ft 98 ft ASP
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTCP

1,745 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.1%
MVFR
19.4%
IFR
9.7%
LIFR
3.8%

Phrae Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.5% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 36°C with an average of 27°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 13 kt
Calm Winds: 29.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.3%
NE
14.2%
E
6.3%
SE
3.7%
S
10.9%
SW
9.4%
W
3.3%
NW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 27°C
Range: 11°C to 36°C
11°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 1,745 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Phrae Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTCP
IATA Code: PRH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 538 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: TH
Latitude: 18.132200°
Longitude: 100.165001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Phrae Airport

Overview

Phrae Airport serves the Phrae province in northern Thailand, providing regional aviation connectivity. Located at 18.132200, 100.165001, this medium-sized airport sits at an elevation of 538 feet MSL and operates a single asphalt runway (01/19) measuring 4,921 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Phrae Airport are predominantly VFR, with 73.2% of observations indicating visual flight rules. Winds are typically light and northerly, averaging 4.5 knots with 29.8% calm periods. Temperature ranges from 11°C to 35°C, with an average of 26.6°C, and visibility consistently strong at 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic position in northern Thailand suggests potential terrain variations that might influence local wind patterns and approach characteristics. Runway 01/19 experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 2.2 knots, indicating generally stable approach conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent VFR conditions, particularly during October, November, and September. The runway alignment and low crosswind averages suggest relatively straightforward approaches, with minimal wind-related complications. Fog is infrequent, occurring in only 4.3% of observations, further supporting consistent flight operations.

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.