Xai-Xai Chongoene Airport

FQXA / VJB

Xai-Xai, MZ

Last Updated
May 15, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FQXA 150400Z /////KT 9999 BKN020 ///// Q////

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 0 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,000 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Xai-Xai Chongoene Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Wind data is not available.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature data is not available.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light RADZ. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light RADZ between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FQXA 142200Z 1500/1600 VRB02KT 9999 BKN020 TX25/1513Z TN22/1503Z PROB30 TEMPO 1500/1506 5000 -RADZ SCT015 BKN018 BECMG 1506/1508 26008KT BECMG 1511/1513 17010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:48Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 260° 8 kt
11:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 170° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
QXA
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
02/20 5,906 ft 0 ft concrete

Weather Statistics - FQXA

3,661 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.5%
MVFR
30.1%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
1.4%

Xai-Xai Chongoene Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 80 knots. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 37°C with an average of 25.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, May, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 80 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.7%
NE
10.2%
E
17.9%
SE
28.7%
S
19.7%
SW
3.9%
W
3.1%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.4°C
Range: 15°C to 37°C
15°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

February May December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 3,661 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Xai-Xai Chongoene Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FQXA
IATA Code: VJB
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 0 ft MSL

Location

City: Xai-Xai
Country: MZ
Latitude: -24.895362°
Longitude: 33.749896°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,906 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: concrete
ILS: No

About Xai-Xai Chongoene Airport

Xai-Xai Chongoene Airport (FQXA/VJB) is located in Xai-Xai, MZ . The airport has 1 runway (02/20), with the longest at 5,906 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 67.5% of the time based on 3,661 observations, FQXA requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 2.3% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at FQXA come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 7.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 80 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.7%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 02/20 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are February, May, December, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 15°C (59°F) to 37°C (99°F), averaging 25.4°C (78°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 10.05 to 10.28 inHg (340-348 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 3,661 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.