Aktau Airport

UATE / SCO

Aktau, KZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
2 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UATE 040500Z VRB01MPS CAVOK 03/03 Q1020 NOSIG RMK QFE763/1017
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (73 ft)
Pressure Alt
-130 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,552 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UATE 032302Z 0400/0424 34003MPS 0200 FG VV001 TX10/0410Z TN02/0403Z TEMPO 0403/0406 3100 -RA BR BKN003 BECMG 0406/0408 9999 NSW SCT011 BKN033CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:24Z BASE
+0h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.2 km
Ceiling: 100 ft
Fog
06:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,300 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ATE
11
29
12L
30R

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 10,000 ft 148 ft ASP 123° No wind data
12L/30R 9,630 ft 150 ft GRE 123° 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 - UATE

7,946 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.4%
MVFR
19.2%
IFR
8%
LIFR
6.5%

Aktau Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.5% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Temperature Range

Average: 5.6°C
Range: -19°C to 32°C
-19°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Statistics computed from 7,946 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aktau Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UATE
IATA Code: SCO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 73 ft MSL

Location

City: Aktau
Country: KZ
Latitude: 43.860093°
Longitude: 51.090860°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12L/30R
Length: 9,630 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Aktau Airport

Overview

Aktau Airport serves the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan, located in the western part of the country near the Caspian Sea. The airport is a medium-sized facility with two substantial runways capable of handling significant commercial and regional aircraft operations. Its strategic location provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Mangystau Region, supporting both passenger and potential cargo services.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with VFR conditions present 70.1% of the time. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -14°C to 32°C, with an average temperature of 7.3°C. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility and only 3.4% occurrence of fog conditions.

Notable Features

The airport sits at a low elevation of 73 feet mean sea level, presenting minimal terrain challenges for approach and departure. Its two runways - a 10,000-foot asphalt surface (11/29) and a 9,630-foot grooved surface (12L/30R) - provide robust operational flexibility for different aircraft types. The geographical positioning suggests potential exposure to regional wind patterns typical of coastal and steppe environments.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the optimal months for consistently favorable flying conditions based on the provided weather statistics. While specific wind data was not conclusive in the provided information, pilots should conduct standard pre-flight assessments of current meteorological conditions. The substantial runway lengths accommodate a wide range of aircraft performance envelopes, offering multiple approach and landing options.

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.