Wuhan Tianhe International Airport

ZHHH / WUH

Wuhan (Huangpi), CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
--
--°
6 km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZHHH 042100Z VRB01MPS 6000 BKN040 09/07 Q1021 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 113 ft
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,113 ft AMSL
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (113 ft)
Pressure Alt
-120 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -813 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZHHH 041501Z 0418/0518 06003MPS 6000 BKN040 TX16/0507Z TN05/0422Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HHH
04
22
05L
23R
05R
23L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
04/22 11,155 ft 148 ft ASP 42°
05L/23R 11,811 ft 197 ft CON 46°
05R/23L 10,498 ft 148 ft CONC

Weather Statistics - ZHHH

3,913 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
46.4%
MVFR
39.2%
IFR
13.6%
LIFR
0.8%

Wuhan Tianhe International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 46.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 14.4% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Temperature Range

Average: 12.3°C
Range: -6°C to 36°C
-6°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

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

Wuhan Tianhe International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZHHH
IATA Code: WUH
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 113 ft MSL

Location

City: Wuhan (Huangpi)
Country: CN
Latitude: 30.774798°
Longitude: 114.213723°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05L/23R
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 05R/23L
Length: 10,498 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No

About Wuhan Tianhe International Airport

Overview

Wuhan Tianhe International Airport serves as a major aviation hub in central China's Hubei province. Located in the Huangpi district of Wuhan, the airport features three substantial runways capable of supporting large commercial and cargo aircraft operations. The airport's elevation of 113 feet MSL provides relatively straightforward terrain conditions for approach and departure.

Flying Conditions

Wuhan's geographic location exposes the airport to varied seasonal weather patterns typical of central China's subtropical climate. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity variations and seasonal wind shifts that could impact approach and departure procedures. The airport's multiple runway configuration (04/22, 05L/23R, and 05R/23L) provides operational flexibility in managing different wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport boasts three runways with significant length: 04/22 at 11,155 feet, 05L/23R at 11,811 feet, and 05R/23L at 10,498 feet. These runway dimensions accommodate a wide range of aircraft types, from regional jets to wide-body international carriers. The varied runway surfaces (asphalt and concrete) offer additional operational resilience in different weather conditions.

Approach Considerations

Approaches to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport should consider the airport's east-west and northwest-southeast runway orientations. Pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios, particularly given the multiple runway options. The airport's modest elevation and surrounding terrain suggest relatively standard approach and departure procedures.

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.