Nizhny Novgorod / Strigino International Airport

UWGG / GOJ

Nizhny Novgorod, RU

Last Updated
Mar 5, 00:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
00:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
2 kt
80°
5 km
Visibility
4,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UWGG 050030Z 08001MPS 5000 -SN BKN044 M06/M07 Q1005 R18L/590238 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 256 ft
BKN 4,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,656 ft AMSL
QNH
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
996 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (256 ft)
Pressure Alt
504 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,955 ft
ISA Deviation: -20.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UWGG 042250Z 0500/0524 10003G09MPS 8000 BKN016 TXM03/0512Z TNM06/0506Z TEMPO 0500/0506 1200 FZRA SN OVC004
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WGG
06 ✈️
24
15
33
18L
36R
18R
36L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
1,640 ft 72 ft ASP 67°
1.9 kt 0.7 kt
20° angle
15/33 1,969 ft 72 ft ASP 159°
0.4 kt 2.0 kt
79° angle
18L/36R 9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 191°
0.7 kt 1.9 kt
111° angle
18R/36L 9,203 ft 148 ft CON 191°
0.7 kt 1.9 kt
111° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UWGG

9,955 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
29.6%
MVFR
22.6%
IFR
28.5%
LIFR
19.2%

Nizhny Novgorod / Strigino International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 29.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 47.7% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -30°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Temperature Range

Average: -2°C
Range: -30°C to 25°C
-30°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Statistics computed from 9,955 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nizhny Novgorod / Strigino International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UWGG
IATA Code: GOJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 256 ft MSL

Location

City: Nizhny Novgorod
Country: RU
Latitude: 56.228254°
Longitude: 43.785197°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 1,640 ft
Width: 72 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 1,969 ft
Width: 72 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18L/36R
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18R/36L
Length: 9,203 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Nizhny Novgorod / Strigino International Airport

Overview

Nizhny Novgorod / Strigino International Airport serves the Nizhny Novgorod region in Russia, situated at an elevation of 256 feet MSL. The airport is classified as a medium-sized international airport with multiple runways supporting diverse aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable flight conditions with significant weather diversity throughout the year. The airport experiences 28.2% IFR and 19.5% LIFR conditions, indicating challenging visibility periods, particularly during winter months when temperatures range from -26°C to 25°C. September and October offer the most favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with different lengths and surface types: two asphalt (ASP) and two concrete (CON) runways ranging from 1,640 feet to 9,843 feet. Its geographical location at coordinates 56.228254, 43.785197 suggests a complex terrain environment that may influence local weather patterns and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

With four runways (06/24, 15/33, 18L/36R, and 18R/36L), pilots have multiple approach options. The longer runways (18L/36R at 9,843 ft and 18R/36L at 9,203 ft) provide substantial landing infrastructure. Pilots should be prepared for potential low visibility, with 8.9% fog occurrence and significant IFR/LIFR conditions throughout the year.

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.