Langkawi International Airport

WMKL / LGK

Langkawi, MY

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
5 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WMKL 041100Z VRB05KT 9999 FEW020 30/24 Q1008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 29 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,029 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF WMKL 041100Z 0412/0512 VRB04KT 9999 FEW026
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MKL
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 12,500 ft 148 ft ASP 34° 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 - WMKL

3,913 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.3%
MVFR
7.9%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.2%

Langkawi International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.1% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.7°C (range: 23°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 13.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.6%
NE
52.5%
E
15.1%
SE
1.3%
S
0.6%
SW
4.2%
W
6%
NW
0.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.7°C
Range: 23°C to 35°C
23°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,913 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Langkawi International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WMKL
IATA Code: LGK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 29 ft MSL

Location

City: Langkawi
Country: MY
Latitude: 6.329730°
Longitude: 99.728699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 12,500 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Langkawi International Airport

Overview

Langkawi International Airport serves the popular Malaysian island destination of Langkawi, situated in the Andaman Sea. As a medium-sized international airport with a single runway measuring 12,500 feet, the facility supports both commercial and general aviation operations at a low elevation of 29 feet mean sea level. Its strategic coastal location makes it an important transportation hub for the northern region of Peninsular Malaysia.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 88.8% of observations showing clear weather and only 1% of time in instrument conditions. Winds are consistently from the northeast at an average of 5.4 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 15 knots. Temperature remains stable year-round, averaging 27.3°C with a narrow range between 23°C and 33°C, providing consistent operating conditions for aircraft.

Notable Features

Langkawi's airport is positioned at coordinates 6.329730, 99.728699, with a single asphalt runway (03/21) oriented to take maximum advantage of prevailing wind patterns. The runway experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with minimal crosswind averaging only 1.8 knots. The low elevation and coastal positioning suggest minimal terrain challenges for approaching and departing aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 offers optimal wind alignment, with northeastern winds consistently supporting operations. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and essentially zero fog conditions. January, December, and September represent the most consistently favorable months for visual flight operations, providing predictable approach and departure environments.

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.