Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport

ZGOW / SWA

Jieyang (Rongcheng), CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZGOW 040300Z VRB01MPS 9999 FEW015 OVC050 17/13 Q1019 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 0 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
OVC 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,500 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,000 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (0 ft)
Pressure Alt
-173 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 67 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZGOW 032103Z 0400/0424 12003MPS 6000 BKN026 TX22/0406Z TN14/0422Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 2,600 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GOW
04
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 10,499 ft 148 ft CON 40° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZGOW

3,889 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.2%
MVFR
22.2%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
0.2%

Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.6% of observations. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Temperature Range

Average: 20.6°C
Range: 5°C to 36°C
5°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Statistics computed from 3,889 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZGOW
IATA Code: SWA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 0 ft MSL

Location

City: Jieyang (Rongcheng)
Country: CN
Latitude: 23.552000°
Longitude: 116.503300°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport

Overview

Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport serves the Chaoshan region in Guangdong Province, China, located near the city of Jieyang. As a medium-sized international airport with a substantial 10,499-foot runway, it supports regional and international commercial aviation operations. The airport's sea-level elevation and coastal location provide relatively stable operational conditions.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 80.1% of observed weather supporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperatures range from 5°C to 36°C, with an average of 21.3°C, offering generally mild flying conditions. The best VFR months are October, September, and November, providing optimal visibility and stable atmospheric conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 23.552000, 116.503300, the airport is situated in a coastal region with potentially complex local wind patterns. The runway orientation of 04/22 suggests potential crosswind scenarios, though provided wind data indicates minimal wind variability. The concrete runway (CON) provides a stable surface for aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

With consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (0.2%), approaches to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport are typically straightforward. The long 10,499-foot runway allows flexibility for various aircraft types and approach configurations. Pilots should anticipate predominantly clear conditions, with only 3.3% of observations requiring instrument flight rules.

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
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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.