Zhukovsky International Airport

UUBW / ZIA

Moscow, RU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
18:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
6 kt
270°
5 km
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UUBW 041830Z 27003MPS 5000 -SN SCT005 OVC014 01/00 Q1005 R30/590140 NOSIG RMK QFE743

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 377 ft
SCT 500 ft AGL
OVC 1,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
877 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,777 ft AMSL
QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
992 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (377 ft)
Pressure Alt
625 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -965 ft
ISA Deviation: -13.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UUBW 041656Z 0418/0518 26003MPS 6000 SCT007 OVC016 TX01/0515Z TNM00/0506Z TEMPO 0418/0422 1500 SN BKN006 TEMPO 0500/0506 2000 SN BKN007 BECMG 0508/0510 33005MPS TEMPO 0509/0518 2000 SHSN BKN007 BKN012CB BECMG 0511/0515 03003MPS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:09Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
00:00Z TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 700 ft
Snow

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UBW
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
15,092 ft 230 ft CON
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UUBW

9,224 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
30.2%
MVFR
31%
IFR
25.5%
LIFR
13.3%

Zhukovsky International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 30.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 38.8% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Temperature Range

Average: -1.3°C
Range: -28°C to 28°C
-28°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Statistics computed from 9,224 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zhukovsky International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UUBW
IATA Code: ZIA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 377 ft MSL

Location

City: Moscow
Country: RU
Latitude: 55.553299°
Longitude: 38.150002°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 15,092 ft
Width: 230 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Zhukovsky International Airport

Overview

Zhukovsky International Airport serves the Moscow metropolitan area as a significant aviation facility located east of the city. Situated at 377 feet mean sea level, the airport supports large aircraft operations with its extensive 15,092-foot concrete runway. Its strategic location provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Moscow region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable visual flight conditions, with approximately 63.1% of observations allowing visual or marginal visual flight rules. Seasonal temperature ranges from -24°C to 28°C create diverse operational environments, with potential significant temperature-related considerations. The airport experiences minimal fog events, with only 5% of observations reporting fog conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (12/30) provides substantial length, accommodating large aircraft and supporting complex operational requirements. Its coordinates at 55.553299, 38.150002 position the airport in a relatively flat terrain region surrounding Moscow. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning suggest minimal terrain-induced turbulence or significant approach challenges.

Approach Considerations

Given the lack of specific wind data, pilots should be prepared for potential variable wind conditions during approach and departure. The extensive runway length provides significant operational flexibility for most aircraft types. Standard instrument approach procedures would be recommended during the 24.2% of observations reporting instrument flight rules 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.