Gabala International Airport

UBBQ / GBB

Gabala, AZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 1 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
4 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
16,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UBBQ 040830Z 23004KT 9999 FEW027 OVC160 09/03 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 935 ft
FEW 2,700 ft AGL
OVC 16,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,635 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
16,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,935 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (935 ft)
Pressure Alt
823 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 327 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF UBBQ 040506Z 0406/0506 VRB04KT 9999 SCT040 SCT100 TX10/0410Z TNM02/0502Z TEMPO 0406/0410 25005KT BKN020 BECMG 0410/0412 28006KT TEMPO 0412/0424 04006KT 5000 -RA BR BKN008 OVC015 TEMPO 0500/0506 VRB04KT 3000 BR BKN004
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 280° 6 kt
12:00Z TEMPO
+4h
IFR 40° 6 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBQ
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
11,811 ft 197 ft Asphalt/Concrete
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UBBQ

4,058 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.8%
MVFR
28.4%
IFR
13.4%
LIFR
4.4%

Gabala International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 18.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.6%
NE
6.7%
E
11.5%
SE
12.7%
S
8.7%
SW
5.5%
W
19.4%
NW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.3°C
Range: -8°C to 31°C
-8°C 31°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,058 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gabala International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UBBQ
IATA Code: GBB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 935 ft MSL

Location

City: Gabala
Country: AZ
Latitude: 40.808617°
Longitude: 47.725389°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: Asphalt/Concrete
ILS: No

About Gabala International Airport

Overview

Gabala International Airport serves the Gabala region in Azerbaijan, positioned at an elevation of 935 ft MSL. The airport features a single substantial runway (16/34) measuring 11,811 feet in length, constructed with asphalt and concrete surfaces. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions present 55.6% of the time. Winds typically originate from the west (270°) at an average speed of 4.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 31°C, creating varied atmospheric conditions that pilots should carefully monitor during different seasons.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning at coordinates 40.808617, 47.725389 suggests a terrain environment typical of Azerbaijan's landscape. Calm wind conditions occur 20.8% of the time, which can impact aircraft performance and approach strategies. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with wind conditions supporting operations 100% of the time. The average crosswind is minimal at 3.1 knots, facilitating straightforward approach and landing procedures. September, October, and January represent the most consistent months for Visual Flight Rules operations, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots.

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
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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.