Vnukovo International Airport

UUWW / VKO

Moscow, RU

Last Updated
Apr 22, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
10 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
4,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
992 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UUWW 222200Z 26005MPS 9999 -RA OVC048 09/M03 Q0992 R24/000062 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 685 ft
OVC 4,800 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,485 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vnukovo International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 10 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4800 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of -3°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Light Showers Rain, Light Showers RASN. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 04:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers RASN between 05:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
992 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
969 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (685 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,323 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 767 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UUWW 221954Z 2221/2321 24005G10MPS 8000 BKN020 TX06/2221Z TN01/2321Z TEMPO 2221/2304 26010G15MPS 4500 -SHRA BKN007 BKN016CB BECMG 2304/2305 34007G13MPS TEMPO 2305/2321 36011G18MPS 2900 -SHRASN BKN007 BKN016CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:11Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
04:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR
05:00Z TEMPO
+7h
LIFR
Visibility: 2.9 km
Ceiling: 700 ft
Light Showers RASN

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UWW
01
19 ✈️
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
10,039 ft 148 ft ASP 12°
3.4 kt 9.4 kt
70° angle
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
11,483 ft 197 ft ASP 57°
9.4 kt 3.4 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 - UUWW

12,741 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
35.1%
MVFR
20.6%
IFR
22.7%
LIFR
21.5%

Vnukovo International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 35.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 44.2% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, April.

Temperature Range

Average: -0.2°C
Range: -24°C to 27°C
-24°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5%

Best Months for VFR

September March April

Statistics computed from 12,741 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vnukovo International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UUWW
IATA Code: VKO
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 685 ft MSL

Location

City: Moscow
Country: RU
Latitude: 55.591499°
Longitude: 37.261501°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 10,039 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vnukovo International Airport

Overview

Vnukovo International Airport serves as a major aviation hub in Moscow, Russia, located southwest of the city center. As one of Moscow's primary international airports, it handles significant commercial, cargo, and business aviation traffic. The airport sits at an elevation of 685 feet above mean sea level, with two substantial asphalt runways capable of supporting large aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Vnukovo demonstrate significant variability, with instrument flight rules (IFR) or lower conditions prevalent in 52.6% of observed METARs. Pilots should anticipate challenging visual conditions, particularly during non-summer months. Temperature ranges extensively from -18°C to 27°C, requiring careful consideration of aircraft performance and potential icing conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 01/19 at 10,039 feet and 06/24 at 11,483 feet, providing substantial operational flexibility. Its proximity to Moscow makes it strategically important for regional and international air traffic. The relatively flat terrain surrounding the airport supports predictable approach and departure paths.

Approach Considerations

While wind data in the provided statistics appears incomplete, pilots should prepare for potential instrument approaches given the high percentage of non-visual flight conditions. September through November represent the most favorable visual meteorological conditions, with lower probabilities of low ceilings and reduced visibility. Standard instrument approach procedures should be thoroughly reviewed before operations.

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.