Trat Airport

VTBO / TDX

Laem Ngop, TH

Last Updated
Jun 10, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
Variable
6 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTBO 101100Z VRB02KT 6000 -RA FEW016CB SCT020 BKN100 25/24 Q1009 RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 105 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,705 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,105 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,105 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Trat Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 3.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 03:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (105 ft)
Pressure Alt
233 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,458 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTBO 101100Z 1012/1112 22008KT 8000 SCT020 TEMPO 1012/1016 VRB15KT 4000 TSRA FEW018CB SCT020 BKN080 TEMPO 1103/1109 VRB15KT 4000 TSRA FEW018CB SCT020 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:09Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBO
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 5,899 ft 150 ft ASP 51° 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 - VTBO

3,580 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
47.2%
MVFR
46.9%
IFR
5.6%
LIFR
0.3%

Trat Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 47.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 5.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 17% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 36°C with an average of 28.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 17%
Direction Distribution:
E
1.7%
N
9.7%
S
11.5%
W
2.9%
NE
25.4%
NW
2.4%
SE
2.4%
SW
27%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.6°C
Range: 17°C to 36°C
17°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,580 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Trat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTBO
IATA Code: TDX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 105 ft MSL

Location

City: Laem Ngop
Country: TH
Latitude: 12.274600°
Longitude: 102.319000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,899 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Trat Airport

Overview

Trat Airport serves the eastern coastal region of Thailand, located in Laem Ngop district near the Gulf of Thailand. As a medium-sized airport at 105 feet elevation, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Trat province, supporting regional and tourist travel to the area's eastern seaboard.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 56.8% of observations reporting visual flight rules and an additional 38.5% marginal VFR. Prevailing winds from the northeast (45°) average 7.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 21 knots. Temperature variation is moderate, ranging from 17°C to 35°C with an average of 27.8°C.

Notable Features

Trat Airport's single runway (05/23) is 5,899 feet long with an asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. The coastal location suggests potential for marine layer development, though historical data indicates minimal fog occurrence (0.1% of observations) and consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates exceptionally favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a minimal average crosswind of 2.7 knots. October, November, and September represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots approaching the airport.

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.