Nukus Airport

UTNN / NCU

Nukus, UZ

Last Updated
Oct 24, 13:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3149 hours ago
13:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
4 kt
250°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UTNN 241330Z 25004KT CAVOK 20/02 Q1015 R33/CLRD70 NOSIG
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (246 ft)
Pressure Alt
194 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 853 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.5°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TNN
07
25 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
1,985 ft 65 ft ASP 76°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
15/33 9,865 ft 148 ft CON 155°
0.3 kt 4.0 kt
95° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UTNN

1,828 observations | Sep 2025 - Oct 2025

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.4%
MVFR
1.3%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0.1%

Nukus Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 2°C and 29°C with an average of 17.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
32.3%
NE
20.5%
E
8.5%
SE
1.4%
S
1.6%
SW
7.4%
W
15.2%
NW
10.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.1°C
Range: 2°C to 29°C
2°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 1,828 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Oct 2025). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nukus Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UTNN
IATA Code: NCU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 246 ft MSL

Location

City: Nukus
Country: UZ
Latitude: 42.488400°
Longitude: 59.623299°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 1,985 ft
Width: 65 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 9,865 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Nukus Airport

Overview

Nukus Airport serves the Karakalpakstan region in northwestern Uzbekistan, situated near the city of Nukus. As a medium-sized airport with two runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the remote area, supporting regional and potentially international operations. The airport's elevation of 246 ft MSL indicates a relatively flat terrain characteristic of the surrounding landscape.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect exceptionally stable VFR conditions, with 98.4% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. The prevailing northerly winds at an average of 7.1 knots create consistent and predictable flight conditions, with maximum recorded winds of 20 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 2°C to 29°C, with an average of 17.1°C, suggesting comfortable operating conditions for most aircraft.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways with significantly different lengths: a shorter 1,985 ft asphalt runway (07/25) and a longer 9,865 ft concrete runway (15/33). Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind interference (4.2 kt for 07/25, 5.1 kt for 15/33). The geographic location suggests potential exposure to regional wind patterns typical of Central Asian terrain.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal considerations indicate October and September as optimal VFR months, with consistently high visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The long 15/33 runway provides substantial landing options, while the low incidence of adverse weather (less than 1.6% MVFR/IFR conditions) suggests reliable approach capabilities. Pilots should anticipate stable wind conditions with minimal turbulence based on the low wind variability.

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

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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.