Hasanuddin International Airport

WAAA / UPG

Ujung Pandang, ID

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
17:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
2 kt
Variable
7 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WAAA 221730Z VRB02KT 7000 -RA FEW017CB SCT018 25/25 Q1009 NOSIG RMK CB IN APCH

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 47 ft
FEW 1,700 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,747 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,847 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Hasanuddin International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,800 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,700 ft (CB), scattered at 1,800 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,700 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

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.

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
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (47 ft)
Pressure Alt
175 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,386 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF WAAA 221100Z 2212/2318 11005KT 8000 SCT019 BECMG 2301/2303 30010KT BECMG 2310/2312 11005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:49Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
01:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 300° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AAA
03
21
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 10,171 ft 148 ft ASPH 29° No wind data
13/31 8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 130° 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 - WAAA

11,339 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
41.5%
MVFR
53.5%
IFR
3.4%
LIFR
1.6%

Hasanuddin International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 41.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 37°C with an average of 26.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.2%
NE
8.6%
E
38.2%
SE
9.8%
S
4.1%
SW
4.2%
W
11.7%
NW
13.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.6°C
Range: 19°C to 37°C
19°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September April December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 11,339 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hasanuddin International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WAAA
IATA Code: UPG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 47 ft MSL

Location

City: Ujung Pandang
Country: ID
Latitude: -5.061630°
Longitude: 119.554001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 10,171 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hasanuddin International Airport

Overview

Hasanuddin International Airport serves Ujung Pandang, a major city on Sulawesi Island in Indonesia. As a large international airport situated at 47 ft mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the eastern Indonesian region. The airport supports significant commercial and potentially military aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Located near the equator at coordinates -5.061630, 119.554001, Hasanuddin experiences consistent tropical meteorological conditions with minimal seasonal variation. Pilots should anticipate warm temperatures and potential convective activity typical of equatorial maritime environments. The airport's low elevation of 47 ft MSL suggests relatively stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial asphalt runways: the primary 03/21 runway measuring 10,171 ft and a secondary 13/31 runway measuring 8,202 ft. These extensive runway lengths accommodate wide-body aircraft and provide operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions. The airport's geographic position suggests potential terrain considerations typical of coastal Indonesian landscapes.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21, being the longer runway at 10,171 ft, likely represents the primary approach and departure vector. Pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios given the two perpendicular runway orientations. Standard instrument approach procedures would be recommended, with careful attention to local meteorological and terrain characteristics.

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.