Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport

WMSA / SZB

Subang, MY

Last Updated
Jun 9, 19:34Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
19:34Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
4 kt
210°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI WMSA 091934Z 21004KT 170V240 9000 -TSRA FEW017CB 27/24 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 90 ft
FEW 1,700 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,790 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,700 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,700 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,700 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 11:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF WMSA 091700Z 0918/1018 VRB03KT 9999 FEW026 PROB30 TEMPO 1007/1011 5000 TSRA FEW017CB PROB30 TEMPO 1015/1018 5000 TSRA FEW010 FEW016CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
07:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+12h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MSA
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
12,401 ft 148 ft ASP 149°
2.0 kt 3.5 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - WMSA

6,682 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89%
MVFR
9.8%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0.4%

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 35.1% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.4°C (range: 22°C to 36°C). The best months for VFR flying are June, January, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 35.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.4%
N
3.1%
S
7.9%
W
22.5%
NE
3.3%
NW
9.1%
SE
6.3%
SW
9.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.4°C
Range: 22°C to 36°C
22°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

June January October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,682 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WMSA
IATA Code: SZB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 90 ft MSL

Location

City: Subang
Country: MY
Latitude: 3.130580°
Longitude: 101.549004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 12,401 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport

Overview

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport serves as a critical medium-sized airport located in Subang, Malaysia, situated at 3.130580, 101.549004 with an elevation of 90 feet MSL. The airport supports significant regional aviation operations with a single runway 15/33 extending 12,401 feet and constructed of asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 87.6% VFR and 11.2% marginal VFR observations. Wind patterns consistently favor westerly directions at 270 degrees, averaging 5.6 knots with maximum gusts to 19 knots. Temperature ranges between 22°C and 36°C, with an average of 27.8°C, supporting stable flying environments.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 15/33 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a modest average crosswind of 3.9 knots. Calm wind conditions are frequent, occurring in 34.7% of observations, which contributes to predictable and stable approach scenarios for pilots.

Approach Considerations

January, September, and October represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Visibility averages 10 statute miles with negligible instances of reduced visibility, supporting reliable instrument and visual approach protocols. Pilots can expect minimal meteorological interference during standard arrivals 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.