Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport

VTSF / NST

Nakhon Si Thammarat, TH

Last Updated
Apr 23, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
5 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTSF 230100Z 20005KT 160V250 9999 FEW018 30/25 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 13 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,813 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 5 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 (13 ft)
Pressure Alt
171 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,974 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTSF 222300Z 2300/2324 18003KT 9999 FEW020 BECMG 2304/2306 10010KT BECMG 2313/2315 18003KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
04:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 100° 10 kt
13:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 180° 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TSF
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
6,890 ft 148 ft ASP
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTSF

3,738 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.2%
MVFR
25%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.1%

Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.3% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 37°C with an average of 27.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 17.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.4%
NE
13%
E
23.1%
SE
9.6%
S
6.9%
SW
3.7%
W
5.3%
NW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.3°C
Range: 20°C to 37°C
20°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,738 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTSF
IATA Code: NST
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: Nakhon Si Thammarat
Country: TH
Latitude: 8.539620°
Longitude: 99.944702°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport

Overview

Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport serves the southern Thailand region with a medium-sized airport infrastructure. Located at 8.539620, 99.944702 with an elevation of 13 ft MSL, the airport provides essential aviation services for Nakhon Si Thammarat province. The single runway 01/19 spans 6890 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and domestic air transportation.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport are predominantly VFR, with 70.3% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The prevailing winds are from the north at an average of 5.7 knots, with occasional peaks up to 18 knots and calm periods at 15.2%. Temperature variations range from 20°C to 36°C, with an average of 26.8°C, providing generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 13 ft MSL indicates a flat terrain characteristic of southern Thailand's coastal regions. Runway 01/19 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind alignment and minimal average crosswind of 3.1 knots. September, October, and December represent the best VFR months for aviation operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently favorable wind conditions for runway 01/19, with minimal crosswind challenges. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with no reported instances of visibility below 3 miles or fog presence. The airport's statistical profile suggests reliable and predictable approach conditions throughout the year.

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.