Al Udeid Air Base

OTBH / XJD

Ar Rayyan, QA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:55Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
20:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
10 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OTBH 042055Z AUTO 30010KT 9999 CLR 17/10 A3007 RMK AO2 SLP184 T01660098 402040166 58004 FZRANO $
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (130 ft)
Pressure Alt
-13 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 258 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OTBH 041600Z 0416/0522 32015G25KT 8000 HZ BKN080 QNH3003INS BECMG 0416/0417 32010G15KT 9000 HZ SCT080 QNH3004INS BECMG 0505/0506 32012G18KT 9000 HZ SKC QNH3008INS BECMG 0517/0518 32009KT 9000 HZ SCT240 QNH3011INS TX23/0510Z TN15/0503Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:34Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 320° 15 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Haze
05:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 320° 12 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBH
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
12,303 ft 148 ft ASP 158°
7.7 kt 6.4 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 - OTBH

4,267 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.1%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
2.6%

Al Udeid Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 76.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 10°C to 45°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 11.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.4%
NE
4.8%
E
8.4%
SE
5.9%
S
3.5%
SW
3.6%
W
24.8%
NW
30.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.9°C
Range: 10°C to 45°C
10°C 45°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,267 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Al Udeid Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OTBH
IATA Code: XJD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 130 ft MSL

Location

City: Ar Rayyan
Country: QA
Latitude: 25.117300°
Longitude: 51.314999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 12,303 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Al Udeid Air Base

Al Udeid Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the QA AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Al Udeid Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Ar Rayyan, Qatar, serving as a critical military aviation hub. Positioned at 130 ft above mean sea level with coordinates 25.117300, 51.314999, the base features a single runway (16/34) extending 12,303 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Al Udeid are predominantly VFR, with 78.9% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. Wind patterns are consistent from the northwest (315°) at an average of 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 10°C to 45°C with an average of 24.9°C, suggesting potential density altitude considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (16/34) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswind components average 4.8 knots, providing relatively comfortable landing and takeoff conditions. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

October, November, and January represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate northwest winds and plan approaches accordingly on runway 16/34. The calm wind percentage of 11.7% indicates potential variability in wind conditions that should be monitored during pre-flight planning.

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.