Gagarin International Airport

UWSG / GSV

Saratov, RU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
14 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UWSG 040930Z 32007MPS 9999 BKN026 BKN041 M00/M04 Q1014 R26/410155 NOSIG RMK QFE757/1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 103 ft
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
BKN 4,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,703 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,203 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (103 ft)
Pressure Alt
81 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,694 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UWSG 040756Z 0409/0418 29006G12MPS 9999 FEW006 OVC016 TXM01/0412Z TNM04/0418Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:38Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WSG
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
9,843 ft 148 ft CON 81°
7.0 kt 12.1 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UWSG

8,691 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
46%
MVFR
25.1%
IFR
17%
LIFR
11.8%

Gagarin International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 46% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.8% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Temperature Range

Average: -0.5°C
Range: -32°C to 33°C
-32°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Statistics computed from 8,691 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gagarin International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UWSG
IATA Code: GSV
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 103 ft MSL

Location

City: Saratov
Country: RU
Latitude: 51.712778°
Longitude: 46.171111°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Gagarin International Airport

Overview

Gagarin International Airport serves the Saratov region in Russia, positioned at 51.712778N, 46.171111E with an elevation of 103 feet MSL. As a large airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and potentially international transportation in this part of western Russia.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Gagarin Airport demonstrate significant variability, with VFR conditions predominating at 46.4% of observations. Seasonal temperature ranges are extensive, spanning from -29°C to 33°C, with an average temperature of 2.6°C. Pilots can expect favorable flying conditions during September, October, and January, which represent the best VFR months.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial runway 08/26 measuring 9,843 feet constructed of concrete, suitable for handling large aircraft. Its location in the Saratov region suggests potential exposure to continental climate characteristics, which can produce rapid weather transitions and diverse atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

With an average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of visibility below 3SM, approaches to Gagarin Airport are generally straightforward. Pilots should note the 4.5% occurrence of fog and be prepared for potential reduced visibility conditions, particularly during seasonal transitional periods.

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.