Cat Bi International Airport

VVCI / HPH

Haiphong (Hai An), VN

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
05:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
6 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VVCI 230530Z 03006KT 360V060 9999 -RA FEW041 21/20 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6 ft
FEW 4,100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,106 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cat Bi International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 6 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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: Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 20:00Z and 01:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6 ft)
Pressure Alt
164 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 885 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VVCI 230500Z 2306/2406 06007KT 9000 SCT025 BKN040 TEMPO 2306/2310 4000 RA BKN010 BKN040 TEMPO 2320/2401 4500 RA BKN008 OVC040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:03Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 7 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VCI
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
10,007 ft 164 ft ASP 72°
4.6 kt 3.9 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 - VVCI

9,915 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67%
MVFR
28%
IFR
4.1%
LIFR
0.8%

Cat Bi International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 5.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 36°C with an average of 22.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 1.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.3%
NE
20.6%
E
23.4%
SE
29.6%
S
6.8%
SW
0.5%
W
1.8%
NW
4.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.9°C
Range: 10°C to 36°C
10°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 9,915 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cat Bi International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VVCI
IATA Code: HPH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6 ft MSL

Location

City: Haiphong (Hai An)
Country: VN
Latitude: 20.816860°
Longitude: 106.722994°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 10,007 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cat Bi International Airport

Overview

Cat Bi International Airport serves the major port city of Haiphong in northern Vietnam, providing critical air transportation infrastructure for the region. Located at 6 ft mean sea level, the airport supports medium-scale aviation operations with its single 10,007 ft asphalt runway (07/25).

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions at Cat Bi, with 78.5% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Wind patterns are consistently from the northeast at an average of 5.4 knots, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 36°C and a mean of 22.8°C. September through November offer the most stable and predictable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 6 ft MSL and coastal location in Haiphong suggests minimal terrain challenges for approach and departure. Winds remain relatively moderate, with maximum recorded speeds of 20 knots and only 1.6% calm wind periods. Runway 07/25 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.3 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 provides consistent wind alignment, making it suitable for most approach scenarios. With high visibility averages around 10 statute miles and negligible fog occurrences, instrument approaches are generally straightforward. Pilots should anticipate northeast wind components and prepare for stable approach conditions during peak months.

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.