Soroti Airport

HUSO / SRT

Soroti, UG

Last Updated
Apr 22, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
6 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
2,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HUSO 221500Z 23006KT 9999 BKN021 FEW023CB 31/18 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,697 ft
BKN 2,100 ft AGL
FEW 2,300 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,797 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,997 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Soroti Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 6 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2100 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,300 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating relatively dry 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 MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HUSO 221100Z 2212/2312 16006KT 9999 BKN021 FEW023CB FM221600 08005KT 8000 TSRA BKN019 FEW021CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:43Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 160° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,100 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
USO
05
23 ✈️
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
6,100 ft 98 ft ASP 51°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
2,525 ft 98 ft GRE 90°
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 - HUSO

1,661 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67%
MVFR
32.6%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0.1%

Soroti Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 36°C with an average of 27.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.9%
NE
13.5%
E
24.2%
SE
8.5%
S
11.7%
SW
8.1%
W
11.3%
NW
5.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°C
Range: 20°C to 36°C
20°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November January October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,661 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Soroti Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HUSO
IATA Code: SRT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,697 ft MSL

Location

City: Soroti
Country: UG
Latitude: 1.727690°
Longitude: 33.622799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,100 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 2,525 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Soroti Airport

Overview

Soroti Airport serves the eastern region of Uganda, situated at an elevation of 3,697 feet above mean sea level. Located near the city of Soroti, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area. Its two runways offer flexibility for various aircraft operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 78.9% of observations supporting visual flight rules. Winds are consistently from the east at an average of 5.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 14 knots. Temperature ranges from 20°C to 35°C, with an average of 28.1°C, providing generally stable atmospheric conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

Both runways (05/23 and 09/27) demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The primary runway 05/23 is an asphalt surface measuring 6,100 feet, while the secondary runway 09/27 is a gravel surface of 2,525 feet. The airport's elevation and geographical location suggest potential terrain considerations for approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent easterly winds, with minimal crosswind components averaging 3 knots on the primary runway and 2.8 knots on the secondary runway. November, January, and October represent the best months for VFR operations, offering optimal flying conditions. The stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles provides reliable visual reference for approaches and departures.

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.