Harbin Taiping International Airport

ZYHB / HRB

Harbin, CN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
6 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
998 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZYHB 040700Z 22003MPS 170V280 9999 SCT030 29/19 Q0998 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 457 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,457 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Harbin Taiping International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 6 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
998 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
983 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (457 ft)
Pressure Alt
915 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,705 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +14.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZYHB 040309Z 0406/0506 22004MPS 6000 FEW030 TX28/0406Z TN20/0421Z BECMG 0412/0414 FEW020CB BKN023 BECMG 0416/0417 SCT030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:16Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
12:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,300 ft
16:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YHB
05L
23R ✈️
05R
23L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05L/23R
Active: 23R
10,499 ft 148 ft ASP 39°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
✈️ 05R/23L
Active: 23L
11,811 ft 148 ft CONC
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZYHB

6,746 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.1%
MVFR
16.1%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
1.5%

Harbin Taiping International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.8% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, October.

Temperature Range

Average: 2°C
Range: -32°C to 36°C
-32°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

May September October

Statistics computed from 6,746 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Harbin Taiping International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZYHB
IATA Code: HRB
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 457 ft MSL

Location

City: Harbin
Country: CN
Latitude: 45.623402°
Longitude: 126.250000°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 05L/23R
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05R/23L
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No

About Harbin Taiping International Airport

Overview

Harbin Taiping International Airport serves as a major aviation hub in northeastern China, located in Harbin city. The airport operates at an elevation of 457 feet above mean sea level, supporting large commercial and potentially military aviation operations. Its strategic location in Heilongjiang Province makes it a critical transportation infrastructure for the region.

Flying Conditions

Harbin's airport experiences significant seasonal weather variations typical of its northern latitude, with potential challenging winter conditions given its geographic position. The two substantial runways - one 10,499 ft asphalted and another 11,811 ft concrete - provide robust operational flexibility across different meteorological scenarios. Pilots should anticipate potential low visibility and cold temperature considerations during winter months.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways (05L/23R and 05R/23L) with substantial length, enabling operations for wide-body aircraft and providing redundancy in landing/takeoff configurations. Its geographic coordinates at 45.623402N, 126.250000E place it in a region with potentially complex terrain and meteorological interactions. The parallel runway arrangement allows for simultaneous operations and enhanced airport capacity.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, with 05/23 heading indicating east-northeast and west-southwest alignment. The substantial runway lengths (10,499 and 11,811 feet) provide significant margin for various aircraft types and approach conditions. Pilots should prepare for potential wind shear and temperature-related performance considerations, particularly during seasonal transition 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

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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.