Shymkent Airport

UAII / CIT

Shymkent, KZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
4 kt
250°
3.1 km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UAII 040200Z 25002MPS 180V280 3100 BR OVC025CB 08/07 Q1016 NOSIG RMK QFE727/0969

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,385 ft
OVC 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
OVC (CB)
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,885 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
970 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,385 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,303 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 795 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UAII 032300Z 0400/0424 19003G08MPS 3100 BR BKN011 BKN040CB TX07/0408Z TN02/0423Z TEMPO 0400/0408 27008G14MPS 0200 -TSRA FG BKN002 BKN015CB FM040800 23003G08MPS 6000 BKN011 BKN030CB TEMPO 0408/0413 28008G14MPS 3100 -TSRA BR BKN002 BKN020CB TEMPO 0413/0424 35005MPS 0300 -SHRASN FG BKN002 BKN025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:35Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 3.1 km
Ceiling: 1,100 ft
Mist
08:00Z FM040800
+6h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,100 ft
08:00Z TEMPO
+6h
LIFR
Visibility: 3.1 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
13:00Z TEMPO
+11h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.3 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Light Showers RASN, Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AII
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
9,186 ft 144 ft CON 106°
3.5 kt 2.0 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 - UAII

7,833 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.4%
MVFR
21.3%
IFR
16.8%
LIFR
10.4%

Shymkent Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.2% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Temperature Range

Average: 8.6°C
Range: -8°C to 33°C
-8°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Statistics computed from 7,833 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shymkent Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UAII
IATA Code: CIT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,385 ft MSL

Location

City: Shymkent
Country: KZ
Latitude: 42.364201°
Longitude: 69.478897°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 144 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Shymkent Airport

Overview

Shymkent Airport serves the urban region of Shymkent in Kazakhstan, situated at an elevation of 1,385 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport accommodates regional and commercial aviation operations, providing critical transportation infrastructure for southern Kazakhstan. Its geographical coordinates at 42.364201, 69.478897 position the airport in a strategic location for regional air connectivity.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Shymkent Airport demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing approximately 51.5% of the time. Marginal VFR conditions occur 20.7% of observations, while instrument flight rules dominate 17.8% of the time. Seasonal temperature ranges from -8°C to 33°C, with an average of 9.3°C, suggesting pilots should prepare for substantial temperature fluctuations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (10/28) extending 9,186 feet with a concrete surface, suitable for medium to large aircraft operations. Its elevation of 1,385 feet provides relatively moderate terrain considerations for approaching and departing aircraft. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations at Shymkent Airport. While the provided wind data appears incomplete, the substantial runway length offers flexibility for various approach scenarios. Fog is present in approximately 7.3% of observations, warranting potential instrument approach preparations during certain periods.

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.