Hat Yai International Airport

VTSS / HDY

Hat Yai, TH

Last Updated
Jun 21, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
13 kt
40°
8 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTSS 210800Z 04013KT 360V060 8000 2000E -TSRA FEW018CB SCT020 BKN100 26/25 Q1010 RERA NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 90 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,890 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,090 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,090 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Hat Yai International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 13 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. 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 narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (90 ft)
Pressure Alt
188 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,530 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTSS 210500Z 2106/2206 24008KT 9999 SCT020 SCT100 TEMPO 2106/2112 VRB15G25KT 4000 TSRA FEW016CB SCT018 BKN100 BECMG 2113/2115 15003KT BECMG 2203/2205 24008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:15Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 150° 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TSS
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
10,007 ft 148 ft ASP 83°
10.0 kt 8.4 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTSS

12,816 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.3%
MVFR
11%
IFR
1.1%
LIFR
0.7%

Hat Yai International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 38°C with an average of 27.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 7.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.1%
NE
25.3%
E
14.1%
SE
3.4%
S
9.3%
SW
8.9%
W
11.6%
NW
6.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.4°C
Range: 19°C to 38°C
19°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

September March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 12,816 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hat Yai International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTSS
IATA Code: HDY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 90 ft MSL

Location

City: Hat Yai
Country: TH
Latitude: 6.933210°
Longitude: 100.392998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,007 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hat Yai International Airport

Overview

Hat Yai International Airport serves southern Thailand as a medium-sized airport located at 6.933210, 100.392998, situated at 90 ft mean sea level. The airport primarily supports regional and international air traffic in the Songkhla province, providing critical aviation infrastructure for Hat Yai and surrounding areas.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Hat Yai are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 82.5% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Winds predominantly blow from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 5.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 19 knots. Pilots can expect consistent visibility around 10 statute miles and stable temperatures ranging from 19°C to 35°C.

Notable Features

The single runway 08/26 spans 10,007 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial landing and takeoff capabilities. The airport experiences very low occurrence of adverse weather, with minimal fog (0.3%) and no significant visibility restrictions. September, January, and October represent the most consistently stable flying months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates extremely favorable wind alignment, with 100% compatibility to prevailing winds. Average crosswind components remain low at 3.2 knots, providing predictable approach conditions. Pilots should anticipate northeast wind patterns and plan approaches accordingly, leveraging the runway's substantial length and consistent surface 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.