Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport

ZBSJ / SJW

Shijiazhuang, CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
4 kt
50°
5 km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZBSJ 041800Z 05002MPS 020V090 5000 BR SCT010 OVC030 00/M00 Q1025 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 233 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL
OVC 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,233 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,233 ft AMSL
QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (233 ft)
Pressure Alt
-120 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,864 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZBSJ 041507Z 0418/0518 03003MPS 3000 BR OVC030 TX06/0507Z TN00/0422Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:46Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSJ
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
11,155 ft 148 ft CON 147°
0.7 kt 3.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZBSJ

3,906 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.9%
MVFR
23.8%
IFR
16.6%
LIFR
3.7%

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20.3% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, February.

Temperature Range

Average: 5.9°C
Range: -15°C to 34°C
-15°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

September November February

Statistics computed from 3,906 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZBSJ
IATA Code: SJW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 233 ft MSL

Location

City: Shijiazhuang
Country: CN
Latitude: 38.280701°
Longitude: 114.696999°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport

Overview

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport serves the Hebei province's capital city, providing medium-sized airport capabilities for Shijiazhuang's regional and domestic aviation needs. Located at 38.280701, 114.696999 with an elevation of 233 ft MSL, the airport offers a substantial 11,155 ft concrete runway (15/33) suitable for a wide range of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at ZBSJ demonstrate significant variability, with flight rules predominantly VFR (59.4%) and moderate MVFR conditions (23.3%). Temperature ranges extensively from -15°C to 34°C, with an average of 7.1°C, indicating potential seasonal performance considerations for aircraft. Visibility remains strong, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Notable Features

Situated in the North China Plain, Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport operates in a relatively flat geographic context, which should provide consistent approach and departure profiles. The airport's single runway (15/33) provides comprehensive operational flexibility for different aircraft types and weights.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate generally stable approach conditions, with September, November, and January presenting statistically optimal VFR flying weather. Limited fog occurrence (2.8%) suggests generally predictable visual meteorological conditions. The extensive runway length of 11,155 ft provides substantial margin for most aircraft performance envelopes.

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.