Tabas Airport

OIMT / TCX

Tabas, IR

Last Updated
Jun 28, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 145 hours ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
42°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
5 kt
350° G19 kt
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OIMT 281600Z 35005G19KT 8000 NSC 42/04 Q1000

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Tabas Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 8 km visibility. Note: This observation is 144.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 5 knots with gusts to 19 knots. Runway 33 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 6 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 42°C (108°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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.

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IMT
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
9,977 ft 148 ft ASP 152°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OIMT

203 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.8%
MVFR
20.2%
IFR
3%
LIFR
0%

Tabas Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 43°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 1.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
14.4%
N
25.9%
S
4.5%
W
10.4%
NE
20.9%
NW
11.4%
SE
6%
SW
5%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.5°C
Range: 3°C to 43°C
3°C 43°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 203 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tabas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OIMT
IATA Code: TCX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,312 ft MSL

Location

City: Tabas
Country: IR
Latitude: 33.667801°
Longitude: 56.892700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-4

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 9,977 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tabas Airport

Overview

Tabas Airport serves the city of Tabas in Iran, situated at an elevation of 2,312 feet above mean sea level. The airport features a single runway (15/33) that extends 9,977 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting medium airport operations. Its geographical coordinates at 33.667801, 56.892700 place it in a strategic location for regional air transportation.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 84.4% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Wind patterns are consistently from the north, averaging 5.4 knots with occasional gusts up to 18 knots. Temperature ranges from 3°C to 37°C, with an average of 16.9°C, providing generally stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's terrain and elevation suggest a semi-arid environment typical of central Iran. Runway 15/33 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 3.3 knots. November, December, and September represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for aviation operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility conditions, with an average visibility of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of visibility below 3SM. The runway's substantial 9,977-foot length provides ample space for approach and landing. Prevailing northerly winds suggest runway 15/33 will typically offer the most straightforward approach conditions.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.