Shirak International Airport

UDSG / LWN

Gyumri, AM

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
6 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UDSG 042130Z 34006KT 9999 NSC M05/M09 Q1022 NOSIG
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
855 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,000 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,738 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,538 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF UDSG 041658Z 0418/0518 VRB06KT 5000 BR BKN040 TEMPO 0418/0424 1000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:38Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DSG
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
10,564 ft 147 ft ASP 24°
4.6 kt 3.9 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 - UDSG

7,680 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.7%
MVFR
17.5%
IFR
10.8%
LIFR
5.9%

Shirak International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 3.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -30°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 3.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 4.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.7%
NE
20.4%
E
17.6%
SE
6.4%
S
7.3%
SW
11.2%
W
14.7%
NW
7.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.1°C
Range: -30°C to 26°C
-30°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,680 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shirak International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UDSG
IATA Code: LWN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,000 ft MSL

Location

City: Gyumri
Country: AM
Latitude: 40.750401°
Longitude: 43.859299°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 10,564 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Shirak International Airport

Overview

Shirak International Airport serves Gyumri, Armenia, positioned at a significant elevation of 5000 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in the region, with a substantial runway 02/20 measuring 10,564 feet in asphalted surface. Its geographical coordinates at 40.750401, 43.859299 place it in a strategically important mountainous terrain.

Flying Conditions

Weather patterns at Shirak demonstrate substantial variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 71.3% of observations. Winter temperatures can plummet to -30°C, while summer peaks reach 26°C, creating diverse operational challenges. Winds predominantly originate from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 3.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 23 knots, and experiencing calm conditions 4.3% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 5000 ft MSL significantly impacts aircraft performance and requires careful planning for takeoff and landing calculations. Terrain surrounding Gyumri introduces potential wind shear and turbulence considerations. Low Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions occur in 3.2% of observations, indicating generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind at 2.3 knots. September, October, and January represent the most consistent Visual Flight Rules months, providing predictable flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature-related performance constraints due to the airport's significant elevation.

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.