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MVFRShanghai Hongqiao International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 6 knots. Runway 18L/36R is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 05:00Z and 10:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 18L/36R
Active: 18L
|
11,154 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 176° |
↑ 4.6 kt
•
↔ 3.9 kt
40° angle
|
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✈️ 18R/36L
Active: 18R
|
10,826 ft | 197 ft | CON | 176° |
↑ 4.6 kt
•
↔ 3.9 kt
40° angle
|
Weather Statistics - ZSSS
13,534 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.1% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, December.
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Statistics computed from 13,534 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
Overview
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport serves as a major commercial aviation hub located in the Minhang district of Shanghai, China. Positioned at 10 ft mean sea level with coordinates 31.198104, 121.334260, the airport is a critical transportation infrastructure for the Shanghai metropolitan region. As a large airport, it handles significant domestic and international passenger traffic.
Flying Conditions
Located at a low elevation of 10 ft MSL, Hongqiao experiences minimal terrain-related altitude challenges. The airport's two parallel runways (18L/36R and 18R/36L) provide substantial runway length at 11,154 ft and 10,826 ft respectively, offering operational flexibility across different weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime climate influences typical to the coastal Shanghai region, which can include variable humidity and seasonal wind patterns.
Notable Features
The airport features two substantial runways with different surface compositions: runway 18L/36R is asphalt (ASP) and runway 18R/36L is concrete (CON). Both runways are nearly identical in length, with a difference of only 328 ft, which provides consistent operational capabilities. The parallel runway configuration allows for efficient simultaneous operations and provides redundancy in approach and departure scenarios.
Approach Considerations
The airport's runway orientation (18/36) suggests primary approach vectors aligned with a north-south trajectory. With two parallel runways of significant length, pilots have flexible approach options that can accommodate various wind conditions. The consistent runway lengths and low elevation provide relatively straightforward approach and landing characteristics for most commercial aircraft.
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