Pavlodar Airport

UASP / PWQ

Pavlodar, KZ

Last Updated
Apr 22, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
15:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
6 kt
130°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UASP 221500Z 13003MPS 9999 FEW045CB 14/08 Q1003 NOSIG RMK QFE741/0988

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 410 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,910 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pavlodar Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 5.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 6 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 4,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 20:00Z.

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
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
989 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (410 ft)
Pressure Alt
718 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 696 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UASP 221400Z 2215/2224 22003MPS 9999 BKN030CB TEMPO 2215/2220 VRB13MPS 3100 -TSRA BKN011 BKN015CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:19Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ASP
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
8,202 ft 148 ft CON 42°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UASP

6,137 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.3%
MVFR
16.7%
IFR
14.6%
LIFR
7.5%

Pavlodar Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 22.1% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -36°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, October, September.

Temperature Range

Average: -3.1°C
Range: -36°C to 29°C
-36°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

April October September

Statistics computed from 6,137 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pavlodar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UASP
IATA Code: PWQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 410 ft MSL

Location

City: Pavlodar
Country: KZ
Latitude: 52.195000°
Longitude: 77.073898°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Pavlodar Airport

Overview

Pavlodar Airport serves the East Kazakhstan region, situated at an elevation of 410 feet MSL near the city of Pavlodar. The airport operates a single runway 03/21 measuring 8,202 feet in length, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographical location at coordinates 52.195000, 77.073898 positions it as a strategic regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Pavlodar Airport demonstrate significant seasonal variability, with temperatures ranging from -36°C to 29°C. Flight rules are predominantly VFR (59.6%), with MVFR and IFR conditions present during 33.6% of observations. Pilots can expect generally good visibility, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence at just 1.7% of recorded periods.

Notable Features

The airport's medium classification suggests infrastructure supporting regional and potentially some commercial traffic. Its continental location implies potential for rapid weather changes and challenging winter conditions. The wide temperature range indicates the need for comprehensive aircraft and operational preparation across different seasonal extremes.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 provides a substantial 8,202-foot concrete surface suitable for various aircraft types. While specific wind data shows limited directional preference in the provided statistics, pilots should conduct standard pre-approach briefings and wind assessments. Standard instrument approach procedures would be recommended during the less frequent IFR and LIFR conditions observed in the weather data.

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.