Nakhon Phanom Airport

VTUW / KOP

Nakhon Phanom, TH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 14:00Z

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Current Weather

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VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
7 kt
120°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR VTUW 041400Z 12007KT CAVOK 24/18 Q1011 NOSIG
QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (587 ft)
Pressure Alt
655 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,876 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTUW 041100Z 0412/0512 11007KT 8000 FEW030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:52Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 7 kt
Visibility: 8 km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TUW
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
8,203 ft 148 ft ASP 144°
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTUW

2,752 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90.3%
MVFR
8.9%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.1%

Nakhon Phanom Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 37°C with an average of 25.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 7%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.2%
NE
12.2%
E
33.7%
SE
17.6%
S
6%
SW
3.3%
W
3%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.5°C
Range: 8°C to 37°C
8°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 2,752 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nakhon Phanom Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTUW
IATA Code: KOP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 587 ft MSL

Location

City: Nakhon Phanom
Country: TH
Latitude: 17.383801°
Longitude: 104.642998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 8,203 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Nakhon Phanom Airport

Overview

Nakhon Phanom Airport serves the northeastern Thailand region, situated at 587 feet above mean sea level near the Mekong River and Laos border. The medium-sized airport supports regional transportation with a substantial 8,203-foot asphalted runway capable of handling various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 89.6% of observations showing clear weather and excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The region experiences consistent easterly winds around 5.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 17 knots, and temperature ranges between 8°C and 35°C with an average of 25.1°C.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 15/33 is strategically aligned with prevailing wind patterns, experiencing favorable wind conditions 100% of the time with an average crosswind component of just 3.7 knots. Its elevated position and location in northeastern Thailand provide stable atmospheric conditions with minimal meteorological disruptions.

Approach Considerations

Best VFR flying conditions occur during November, October, and December, offering optimal approach and departure scenarios. The runway's length and orientation, combined with consistently favorable wind patterns, provide pilots with reliable and predictable landing and takeoff parameters.

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.