Taraz Airport

UADD / DMB

Taraz, KZ

Last Updated
Apr 23, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
4 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UADD 231130Z 21002MPS 180V240 9999 BKN050CB OVC100 17/12 Q1017 NOSIG RMK QFE704/0939

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,184 ft
BKN 5,000 ft AGL (CB)
OVC 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,184 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,184 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Taraz Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 5,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
944 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,184 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,072 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,836 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UADD 231102Z 2312/2412 20002G07MPS 9999 SCT050CB OVC100 TX22/2410Z TN11/2324Z TEMPO 2312/2316 -TSRA BKN011CB TEMPO 2406/2412 02005MPS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:02Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ADD
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
9,514 ft 148 ft ASP 137°
0.7 kt 3.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UADD

10,303 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.9%
MVFR
12.2%
IFR
10.4%
LIFR
10.5%

Taraz Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.9% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Temperature Range

Average: 6.3°C
Range: -16°C to 29°C
-16°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.6%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Statistics computed from 10,303 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Taraz Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UADD
IATA Code: DMB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,184 ft MSL

Location

City: Taraz
Country: KZ
Latitude: 42.853600°
Longitude: 71.303596°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 9,514 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Taraz Airport

Overview

Taraz Airport serves the city of Taraz in Kazakhstan, functioning as a medium-sized regional airport at an elevation of 2,184 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 42.853600, 71.303596, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure in this central Asian region. Its single runway 13/31 measures 9,514 feet and is constructed with asphalt.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 64.6% of observed weather supporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperatures vary widely, ranging from -16°C to 29°C, with an average of 6.4°C. September through November represent the most favorable VFR flying months, offering stable weather with good visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

Situated in a region with significant elevation, Taraz Airport's terrain requires careful navigation and terrain awareness. The airport's high elevation at 2,184 feet MSL impacts aircraft performance and density altitude considerations. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature-related performance variations, especially during summer months.

Approach Considerations

The single runway 13/31 provides straightforward approach options for arriving aircraft. While wind data in the provided statistics appears incomplete, pilots should conduct standard pre-flight wind assessments. The low fog occurrence (4.8%) and consistent visibility suggest generally reliable approach conditions throughout the year.

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.