Islamabad International Airport

OPIS / ISB

Attock, PK

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
10 kt
310°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OPIS 041030Z 31010KT 6000 NSC 30/04 Q1014 NOSIG
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
955 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,761 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,739 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,962 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OPIS 032300Z 0400/0506 34006KT 4000 FU NSC BECMG 0405/0407 32010KT 6000 HZ NSC TEMPO 0406/0412 32010G20KT 5000 HZ BECMG 0416/0418 32008KT 5000 FU FEW040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:38Z BASE
+0h
IFR 340° 6 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Smoke
16:00Z BECMG
+6h
MVFR 320° 8 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Smoke

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PIS
10L
28R ✈️
10R
28L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 28R
12,001 ft 147 ft ASP 101°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 28L
12,001 ft 197 ft ASP 100°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OPIS

7,747 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
63.3%
IFR
32.9%
LIFR
3.8%

Islamabad International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 36.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 68 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 65°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 68 kt
Calm Winds: 14.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.9%
NE
2.3%
E
13.2%
SE
11.6%
S
1.8%
SW
23.3%
W
17%
NW
15.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.2°C
Range: 1°C to 65°C
1°C 65°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

December January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,747 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Islamabad International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OPIS
IATA Code: ISB
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,761 ft MSL

Location

City: Attock
Country: PK
Latitude: 33.549000°
Longitude: 72.825660°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 12,001 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 12,001 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Islamabad International Airport

Overview

Islamabad International Airport serves as a key aviation hub located in Attock, Pakistan. Situated at an elevation of 1761 ft mean sea level, the airport provides critical connectivity for the region with its substantial infrastructure. The airport features two parallel runways, each 12,001 feet long and constructed with asphalt surfaces.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 1761 ft suggests a moderate altitude environment with potential for temperature and density altitude variations. Pilots should anticipate standard atmospheric conditions typical of the region, which may include seasonal temperature fluctuations that could impact aircraft performance. The parallel runway configuration provides operational flexibility across different wind conditions.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 33.549000, 72.825660, Islamabad International Airport is positioned in a geographical context that may involve complex terrain interactions. The dual parallel runways (10L/28R and 10R/28L) offer strategic operational advantages, enabling simultaneous approaches and increased airport capacity. The consistent 12,001-foot runway lengths support operations for a wide range of aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation at 10/28 indicates potential prevailing wind alignments from east-southeast to west-northwest. The identical runway lengths of 12,001 feet provide equivalent operational capabilities for approaches from either direction. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments when planning arrivals or departures at this facility.

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.