Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

ZGGG / CAN

Guangzhou (Huadu), CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
6 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
3,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZGGG 040930Z 34003MPS 9999 OVC033 17/12 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 50 ft
OVC 3,300 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,350 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (50 ft)
Pressure Alt
-33 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 219 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZGGG 040300Z 0406/0512 03003MPS 8000 BKN033 TX18/0407Z TX24/0507Z TN15/0422Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:54Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 3,300 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GGG
01L ✈️
19R
01R ✈️
19L
02L ✈️
20R
02R ✈️
20L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01L/19R
Active: 01L
11,155 ft 148 ft CONC
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 01R/19L
Active: 01R
11,811 ft 148 ft CON 14°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 02L/20R
Active: 02L
12,467 ft 197 ft ASP 14°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
✈️ 02R/20L
Active: 02R
12,467 ft 197 ft CON 14°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZGGG

7,805 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.9%
MVFR
14%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0.2%

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 6°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Temperature Range

Average: 21.3°C
Range: 6°C to 37°C
6°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Statistics computed from 7,805 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZGGG
IATA Code: CAN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 50 ft MSL

Location

City: Guangzhou (Huadu)
Country: CN
Latitude: 23.392401°
Longitude: 113.299004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 01L/19R
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 02L/20R
Length: 12,467 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 02R/20L
Length: 12,467 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

Overview

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport serves as a major aviation hub located in the Huadu district of Guangzhou, China. Positioned at 50 feet above mean sea level, the airport features four substantial runways ranging from 11,155 to 12,467 feet in length, accommodating large international and domestic commercial aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

As a low-elevation airport situated near the Pearl River Delta, Baiyun International experiences relatively stable atmospheric conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity and localized thermal variations typical of southern Chinese coastal regions, which can influence approach and departure parameters.

Notable Features

The airport's extensive runway configuration includes four parallel runways with concrete and asphalt surfaces, providing significant operational flexibility. Its geographical location at coordinates 23.392401, 113.299004 places it in a region with complex urban and coastal terrain that requires careful navigation and situational awareness.

Approach Considerations

With four runways oriented approximately north-south (01/19 and 02/20), pilots have multiple options for landing and takeoff based on prevailing wind conditions. The substantial runway lengths (11,155 to 12,467 feet) offer generous margins for various aircraft types and operational scenarios, supporting complex air traffic management.

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.