Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport

ZGOW / SWA

Jieyang (Rongcheng), CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
4,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZGOW 040900Z 10002MPS 060V140 9999 OVC043 17/12 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 0 ft
OVC 4,300 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,300 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (0 ft)
Pressure Alt
-83 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 157 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZGOW 040304Z 0406/0506 12003MPS 5000 BR BKN040 TX24/0506Z TN13/0422Z TEMPO 0418/0421 SHRA FEW009 FEW026CB BKN040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:36Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Mist
18:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GOW
04
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
04/22 10,499 ft 148 ft CON 40°

Weather Statistics - ZGOW

3,913 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73%
MVFR
22.4%
IFR
4.5%
LIFR
0.2%

Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.7% of observations. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Temperature Range

Average: 20.6°C
Range: 5°C to 36°C
5°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Statistics computed from 3,913 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZGOW
IATA Code: SWA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 0 ft MSL

Location

City: Jieyang (Rongcheng)
Country: CN
Latitude: 23.552000°
Longitude: 116.503300°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport

Overview

Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport serves the Chaoshan region in Guangdong Province, China, located near the city of Jieyang. As a medium-sized international airport with a substantial 10,499-foot runway, it supports regional and international commercial aviation operations. The airport's sea-level elevation and coastal location provide relatively stable operational conditions.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 80.1% of observed weather supporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperatures range from 5°C to 36°C, with an average of 21.3°C, offering generally mild flying conditions. The best VFR months are October, September, and November, providing optimal visibility and stable atmospheric conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 23.552000, 116.503300, the airport is situated in a coastal region with potentially complex local wind patterns. The runway orientation of 04/22 suggests potential crosswind scenarios, though provided wind data indicates minimal wind variability. The concrete runway (CON) provides a stable surface for aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

With consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (0.2%), approaches to Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport are typically straightforward. The long 10,499-foot runway allows flexibility for various aircraft types and approach configurations. Pilots should anticipate predominantly clear conditions, with only 3.3% of observations requiring instrument flight rules.

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.