Al Udeid Air Base

OTBH / XJD

Ar Rayyan, QA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:12Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
06:12Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
16 kt
310°
9 km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI OTBH 040612Z 31016KT 9000 HZ FEW010 SCT020 BKN040 OVC210 19/14 A3005 Q1018 RMK AO2A SLP177 FZRANO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 130 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
OVC 21,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,130 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,130 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,130 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
21,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
21,130 ft AMSL
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (130 ft)
Pressure Alt
-13 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 498 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OTBH 040000Z 0400/0506 33010G15KT 9000 HZ BKN040 OVC120 510303 QNH2994INS TEMPO 0402/0408 33015G25KT 3200 -SHRA BR SCT005 OVC010 BECMG 0407/0408 32015G25KT 8000 HZ BKN025 BKN040 BKN100 510303 QNH3000INS BECMG 0414/0415 33012G20KT 9000 HZ FEW025 BKN045 QNH3005INS BECMG 0419/0420 34010G15KT 9000 HZ FEW200 QNH3006INS BECMG 0500/0501 33012G18KT 9000 HZ SKC QNH3006INS TX23/0413Z TN20/0402Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 10 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Haze
07:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR 320° 15 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Haze
14:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 330° 12 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBH
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
12,303 ft 148 ft ASP 158°
13.9 kt 8.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OTBH

4,235 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76%
MVFR
17%
IFR
4.5%
LIFR
2.6%

Al Udeid Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 76% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 10°C to 45°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 11.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.4%
NE
4.9%
E
8.4%
SE
5.9%
S
3.6%
SW
3.6%
W
25%
NW
29.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.9°C
Range: 10°C to 45°C
10°C 45°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

March October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,235 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Al Udeid Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OTBH
IATA Code: XJD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 130 ft MSL

Location

City: Ar Rayyan
Country: QA
Latitude: 25.117300°
Longitude: 51.314999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 12,303 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Al Udeid Air Base

Al Udeid Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the QA AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Al Udeid Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Ar Rayyan, Qatar, serving as a critical military aviation hub. Positioned at 130 ft above mean sea level with coordinates 25.117300, 51.314999, the base features a single runway (16/34) extending 12,303 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Al Udeid are predominantly VFR, with 78.9% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. Wind patterns are consistent from the northwest (315°) at an average of 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 10°C to 45°C with an average of 24.9°C, suggesting potential density altitude considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (16/34) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswind components average 4.8 knots, providing relatively comfortable landing and takeoff conditions. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

October, November, and January represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate northwest winds and plan approaches accordingly on runway 16/34. The calm wind percentage of 11.7% indicates potential variability in wind conditions that should be monitored during pre-flight planning.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.