Brest Airport

UMBB / BQT

Brest, BY

Last Updated
May 15, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
10 kt
160° G16 kt
10+ km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UMBB 151000Z 16005G08MPS 9999 BKN060 20/00 Q1003 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 468 ft
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,468 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Brest Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 10 knots with gusts to 16 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component (gusting to 12 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 17:00Z.

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
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (468 ft)
Pressure Alt
776 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,488 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UMBB 150800Z 1509/1518 16004MPS 9999 SCT020 TEMPO 1509/1517 18004G09MPS BKN016CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MBB
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
8,596 ft 138 ft ASP 113°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UMBB

4,027 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
36.3%
MVFR
36.6%
IFR
16.2%
LIFR
10.9%

Brest Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 36.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.1% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, May.

Temperature Range

Average: 5.2°C
Range: -24°C to 28°C
-24°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

April March May

Statistics computed from 4,027 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brest Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UMBB
IATA Code: BQT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 468 ft MSL

Location

City: Brest
Country: BY
Latitude: 52.108299°
Longitude: 23.898100°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,596 ft
Width: 138 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Brest Airport

Overview

Brest Airport (UMBB) is a medium-sized airport located in Belarus at coordinates 52.108299, 23.898100, with an elevation of 468 feet MSL. The airport serves the Brest region, providing critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potentially supporting military or commercial operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Brest Airport demonstrate significant variability, with mixed flight rules throughout the year. Historical data shows 42.3% MVFR conditions, suggesting pilots should consistently prepare for potential visibility and ceiling challenges. The temperature range spans from -19°C to 28°C, requiring careful aircraft performance planning across seasonal extremes.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 8,596 feet with an asphalted surface, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations. Its moderate elevation at 468 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment without significant terrain complications for approach and departure procedures.

Approach Considerations

While specific wind data appears incomplete, pilots should conduct standard pre-flight assessments of current meteorological conditions. The airport experiences diverse flight rules, with VFR conditions occurring 20.8% of the time and IFR conditions present 23.1% of observations. September and October represent statistically optimal months for visual flight 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.