Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport

ZUGY / KWE

Guiyang (Nanming), CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

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Weather Source: Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (ZUGY)
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Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
6 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
4,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZUGY 040900Z 21003MPS 170V240 9999 BKN043 19/08 Q1014 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,736 ft
BKN 4,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,036 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
889 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,736 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,714 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,091 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZUGY 040303Z 0406/0506 18003MPS 6000 BKN033 TX17/0407Z TN07/0422Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:41Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 3,300 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UGY
01L
19R ✈️
01R
19L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01L/19R
Active: 19R
10,499 ft 148 ft CON 10°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 01R/19L
Active: 19L
13,123 ft 148 ft CON
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZUGY

3,906 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.8%
MVFR
21.2%
IFR
5.3%
LIFR
0.8%

Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.1% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Temperature Range

Average: 12.1°C
Range: -3°C to 31°C
-3°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Statistics computed from 3,906 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZUGY
IATA Code: KWE
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,736 ft MSL

Location

City: Guiyang (Nanming)
Country: CN
Latitude: 26.541466°
Longitude: 106.803331°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 01L/19R
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport

Overview

Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport serves as a primary aviation gateway for Guiyang, the capital of Guizhou Province in southwestern China. Located at an elevation of 3,736 feet MSL, this large airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region, connecting Guiyang to domestic and international destinations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation at 3,736 feet means pilots must carefully calculate performance parameters, particularly during warmer months when density altitude can significantly impact aircraft operations. Situated in a mountainous region, the airport may experience variable wind conditions that can affect approach and departure procedures on its two concrete runways.

Notable Features

Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport features two substantial concrete runways: 01L/19R measuring 10,499 feet and 01R/19L extending 13,123 feet in length. The airport's geographical position in a mountainous area of southwestern China requires pilots to be particularly attentive to terrain and potential orographic weather phenomena that can develop rapidly in this region.

Approach Considerations

With two parallel runways oriented 01/19, the airport provides operational flexibility for different wind conditions. The longer runway (01R/19L at 13,123 feet) offers substantial landing and takeoff options for a wide range of aircraft types, accommodating both regional and long-haul operations in challenging topographical 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

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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.