Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport

ZHCC / CGO

Zhengzhou, CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
2 kt
50°
1.2 km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZHCC 041900Z 05001MPS 1200 R12R/1800N R12L/1400N -DZ BR SCT005 OVC020 04/03 Q1023 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 495 ft
SCT 500 ft AGL
OVC 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
995 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,495 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (495 ft)
Pressure Alt
203 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -998 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZHCC 041503Z 0418/0518 05003MPS 1700 -RA BR SCT007 OVC020 TX15/0507Z TN05/0422Z BECMG 0421/0422 1000 BECMG 0501/0502 1700 BR BECMG 0503/0504 3000 HZ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:11Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 1.7 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Rain, Mist
21:00Z BECMG
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 1 km
01:00Z BECMG
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 1.7 km
Mist
03:00Z BECMG
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HCC
12L ✈️
30R
12R ✈️
30L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12L/30R
Active: 12L
11,811 ft 197 ft 116°
0.7 kt 1.9 kt
70° angle
✈️ 12R/30L
Active: 12R
11,155 ft 148 ft ASP 112°
0.7 kt 1.9 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZHCC

3,898 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
37.5%
MVFR
35.1%
IFR
24.1%
LIFR
3.3%

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 37.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.4% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, February.

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -11°C to 32°C
-11°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November September February

Statistics computed from 3,898 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZHCC
IATA Code: CGO
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 495 ft MSL

Location

City: Zhengzhou
Country: CN
Latitude: 34.526497°
Longitude: 113.849165°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 12L/30R
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface:
ILS: No
Runway 12R/30L
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport

Overview

Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport serves as a critical aviation hub in central China's Henan Province. Located at coordinates 34.526497, 113.849165, the airport sits at an elevation of 495 feet mean sea level (MSL) and supports large-scale international and domestic commercial operations. As a significant transportation infrastructure for the Zhengzhou metropolitan area, the airport provides essential connectivity for the region.

Flying Conditions

Central China's climate presents variable conditions for aviation, with potential for significant seasonal weather transitions. Pilots should anticipate temperature and wind variations that can impact aircraft performance, particularly during summer and winter months. The airport's substantial runway lengths (12L/30R at 11,811 ft and 12R/30L at 11,155 ft) provide operational flexibility across different meteorological scenarios.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning in the North China Plain offers relatively flat surrounding terrain, which generally supports predictable approach and departure conditions. Two parallel runways of considerable length enable efficient aircraft movement and provide redundancy for different wind conditions. The airport's infrastructure supports large aircraft operations, indicating robust navigational and support systems.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation (12L/30R and 12R/30L) suggests potential wind-dependent approach preferences. Pilots should review current meteorological data to determine optimal runway selection based on prevailing wind direction and speed. The extensive runway lengths accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and provide substantial landing and takeoff margins.

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.