Ganja International Airport

UBBG / GNJ

Ganja, AZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
06:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
14 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UBBG 040630Z 29014KT 9999 BKN100 09/02 Q1018 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,083 ft
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,083 ft AMSL
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
982 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,083 ft)
Pressure Alt
941 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 481 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UBBG 040500Z 0406/0506 30012KT 9999 SCT030 BKN060 TX11/0412Z TN03/0503Z TEMPO 0406/0409 VRB04KT TEMPO 0409/0418 -RA SCT012 OVC020 TEMPO 0421/0506 26008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
09:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBG
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
10,827 ft 148 ft CON 128°
13.8 kt 2.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UBBG

7,656 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.2%
MVFR
18.6%
IFR
4.8%
LIFR
5.3%

Ganja International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 7.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.1%
NE
3.7%
E
13.4%
SE
2.7%
S
10.2%
SW
15.8%
W
26.9%
NW
16%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.8°C
Range: -6°C to 30°C
-6°C 30°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,656 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ganja International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UBBG
IATA Code: GNJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,083 ft MSL

Location

City: Ganja
Country: AZ
Latitude: 40.738935°
Longitude: 46.320067°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 10,827 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Ganja International Airport

Overview

Ganja International Airport serves the city of Ganja in Azerbaijan, positioned at an elevation of 1083 feet MSL. The airport features a substantial 10,827-foot concrete runway (12/30), capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations. Its strategic location and infrastructure make it a significant regional aviation hub.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Ganja International are predominantly favorable for flying, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions present 72.9% of the time. Wind patterns are consistently westerly at 270°, averaging 6.4 knots with occasional peaks up to 28 knots. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 30°C, with an average of 10.6°C, providing relatively stable operational conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (12/30) is oriented to align perfectly with prevailing westerly winds, offering 100% wind favorability. Crosswind conditions are mild, averaging only 3.4 knots. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal occurrences of restricted visibility, with fog present only 2.4% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during October, January, and September. The runway's long length and concrete surface provide flexibility for various aircraft types. Calm wind conditions occur 8.1% of the time, with most wind conditions being predictable and manageable for standard approach and departure procedures.

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.