Hat Yai International Airport

VTSS / HDY

Hat Yai, TH

Last Updated
Apr 23, 02:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
02:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTSS 230230Z VRB03KT 9999 FEW020 31/22 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 90 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,090 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hat Yai International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (90 ft)
Pressure Alt
218 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,160 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTSS 222300Z 2300/2324 25003KT 9000 FEW020 BECMG 2304/2306 04010KT BECMG 2313/2315 25003KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 3 kt
Visibility: 9 km
04:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 40° 10 kt
13:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 250° 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 10,007 ft 148 ft ASP 83° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTSS

10,006 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.5%
MVFR
11.6%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.6%

Hat Yai International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 38°C with an average of 27.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 7.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.9%
NE
29.9%
E
15.7%
SE
2.4%
S
6.6%
SW
6.2%
W
10%
NW
6.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.1°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 10,006 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.