Cheboksary Airport

UWKS / CSY

Cheboksary, RU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
15:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UWKS 041530Z 26001MPS 9999 -SN OVC011 M06/M09 Q1010 R06/220250 NOSIG RMK QFE743

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 558 ft
OVC 1,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,658 ft AMSL
QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (558 ft)
Pressure Alt
656 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,730 ft
ISA Deviation: -19.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UWKS 041343Z 0415/0424 30003G08MPS 6000 -SN BKN016 TXM06/0415Z TNM11/0424Z TEMPO 0418/0422 BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
Light Snow
18:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WKS
06
24
06R
24L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
06/24 8,241 ft 161 ft ASP 71°
06R/24L 4,950 ft 270 ft GRS 72°

Weather Statistics - UWKS

8,099 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
34.6%
MVFR
23%
IFR
24.1%
LIFR
18.3%

Cheboksary Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 34.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 42.4% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Temperature Range

Average: -2.2°C
Range: -29°C to 26°C
-29°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Statistics computed from 8,099 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cheboksary Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UWKS
IATA Code: CSY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 558 ft MSL

Location

City: Cheboksary
Country: RU
Latitude: 56.090302°
Longitude: 47.347301°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,241 ft
Width: 161 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06R/24L
Length: 4,950 ft
Width: 270 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Cheboksary Airport

Overview

Cheboksary Airport serves the city of Cheboksary in the Russian Federation, located at coordinates 56.090302, 47.347301. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 558 feet MSL, it supports regional and potentially some commercial aviation operations. The airport features two runways: a primary asphalt runway (06/24) measuring 8,241 feet and a secondary grass runway (06R/24L) of 4,950 feet.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Cheboksary Airport demonstrate significant variability, with METAR data showing a complex visual flight rules (VFR) environment. Pilots can expect diverse conditions, with 36% VFR days, 23.6% marginal VFR, 24% IFR, and 16.3% low IFR conditions. Temperature ranges dramatically from -25°C to 26°C, with an average of 0.4°C, indicating potential challenging winter operations and significant seasonal transitions.

Notable Features

The airport's dual-runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with an asphalt and a grass runway offering alternatives based on aircraft type and current conditions. Its mid-latitude location suggests potential for variable weather patterns, with meteorological observations indicating minimal wind disturbances and generally good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Seasonal variations are notable, with September and October, along with January, presenting the most favorable VFR conditions.

Approach Considerations

Approaches to Cheboksary Airport should consider the substantial difference between runway surfaces and lengths. The primary 8,241-foot asphalt runway (06/24) offers more substantial landing capabilities compared to the 4,950-foot grass runway. While wind data shows minimal prevailing wind, pilots should still perform standard terrain and approach assessments, with particular attention to the limited fog occurrence (3.5%) and excellent typical visibility conditions.

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.