Samarkand Airport

UTSS / SKD

Samarkand, UZ

Last Updated
Oct 24, 13:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3140 hours ago
13:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UTSS 241330Z 00000KT 9999 NSC 18/07 Q1017 R27/CLRD70 NOSIG
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
943 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,224 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,112 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,006 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.4°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TSS
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 10,170 ft 161 ft ASP 97°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
97° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UTSS

3,026 observations | Sep 2025 - Oct 2025

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.8%
MVFR
2.5%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0%

Samarkand Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 6°C and 33°C with an average of 19.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.1%
N
4.6%
S
3.7%
W
16.6%
NE
2.6%
NW
8.4%
SE
41.6%
SW
2.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.8°C
Range: 6°C to 33°C
6°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,026 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Oct 2025). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Samarkand Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UTSS
IATA Code: SKD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,224 ft MSL

Location

City: Samarkand
Country: UZ
Latitude: 39.700500°
Longitude: 66.983803°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 10,170 ft
Width: 161 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Samarkand Airport

Overview

Samarkand Airport serves the historic city of Samarkand in Uzbekistan, situated at an elevation of 2,224 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport features a single 10,170-foot asphalted runway (09/27) capable of handling a variety of aircraft operations. Located at coordinates 39.700500, 66.983803, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Samarkand Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 96.8% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent winds primarily from the southeast (135°) at an average of 9 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots. Temperature ranges from 6°C to 33°C, with an average of 19.8°C, creating generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (09/27) benefits from highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility for operations. Calm wind conditions occur in only 2.1% of observations, indicating predictable and manageable wind patterns. The high-elevation location at 2,224 feet MSL may require pilots to consider density altitude effects, particularly during warmer months.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions are most prevalent during September and October, offering pilots the most consistent weather for operations. The runway experiences an average crosswind of 4.3 knots, which is generally manageable for most aircraft. Consistently high visibility (average 10 statute miles) and the absence of reported fog provide excellent approach and landing conditions.

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.