Nakhchivan Airport

UBBN / NAJ

Nakhchivan, AZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UBBN 040900Z VRB02KT 9999 SCT046 BKN100 07/M03 Q1016 NOSIG RMK QFE687

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,863 ft
SCT 4,600 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,463 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,863 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
921 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,863 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,781 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,508 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF UBBN 040457Z 0406/0506 VRB04KT 9999 SCT030 BKN080 TX08/0412Z TN00/0503Z TEMPO 0406/0414 25010KT TEMPO 0418/0504 34012KT 5000 -SHRA BKN020CB OVC020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
18:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR 340° 12 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBN
14L
32R
14R
32L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14L/32R 10,826 ft 138 ft ASP 137° No wind data
14R/32L 10,826 ft 148 ft CON 137° 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 - UBBN

8,057 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54%
MVFR
25.2%
IFR
13.9%
LIFR
7%

Nakhchivan Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 5.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.8%
NE
10.2%
E
16.7%
SE
12.8%
S
5.8%
SW
12.1%
W
11.4%
NW
4.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.6°C
Range: -14°C to 34°C
-14°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.5%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 8,057 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nakhchivan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UBBN
IATA Code: NAJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,863 ft MSL

Location

City: Nakhchivan
Country: AZ
Latitude: 39.188801°
Longitude: 45.458401°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 14L/32R
Length: 10,826 ft
Width: 138 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14R/32L
Length: 10,826 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Nakhchivan Airport

Overview

Nakhchivan Airport serves the autonomous republic of Nakhchivan, located in Azerbaijan's exclave region. As a medium airport situated at 2,863 feet MSL, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this geographically isolated area. The airport features two substantial runways, each 10,826 feet long, capable of handling diverse aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 57.4% of observations in visual flight rules and an additional 27% in marginal VFR. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with prevailing northerly winds averaging 6.2 knots and occasional gusts up to 36 knots. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -14°C to 34°C, with an average of 7.8°C.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated position at 2,863 feet MSL suggests potential terrain interaction and potential orographic effects. Both runways (14L/32R and 14R/32L) demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with consistently low average crosswind conditions at 3.9 knots. Visibility is generally excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (1.6% of observations).

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months, offering optimal approach conditions. The dual runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with near-identical wind characteristics. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature-related performance considerations given the wide thermal range and moderate elevation.

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
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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.