Minsk National Airport

UMMS / MSQ

Minsk, BY

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
04:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
8 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
2,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UMMS 040430Z 23004MPS 9999 BKN022 13/11 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 670 ft
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,870 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Minsk National Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 8 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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 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, Mist, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 00:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 19:00Z.

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.

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (670 ft)
Pressure Alt
768 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 689 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UMMS 032302Z 0400/0424 24005MPS 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 0400/0405 2100 -SHRA BR FEW003 SCT015CB BECMG 0405/0407 24006G11MPS BKN020 TEMPO 0407/0419 28012G17MPS 3000 -TSRA BKN012CB BECMG 0419/0420 29005G10MPS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
05:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
07:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MMS
13L
31R ✈️
13R
31L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13L/31R
Active: 31R
12,139 ft 197 ft CONC 138°
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 13R/31L
Active: 31L
11,946 ft 197 ft CON 139°
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UMMS

16,614 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
43.5%
MVFR
22.7%
IFR
12.9%
LIFR
20.9%

Minsk National Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 43.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 33.8% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -27°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.1% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are July, March, June.

Temperature Range

Average: 3.5°C
Range: -27°C to 31°C
-27°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.1%

Best Months for VFR

July March June

Statistics computed from 16,614 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Minsk National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UMMS
IATA Code: MSQ
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 670 ft MSL

Location

City: Minsk
Country: BY
Latitude: 53.888071°
Longitude: 28.039964°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 13L/31R
Length: 12,139 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No
Runway 13R/31L
Length: 11,946 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Minsk National Airport

Overview

Minsk National Airport serves as the primary international airport for Belarus, located near the capital city of Minsk. Situated at an elevation of 670 feet above mean sea level, the airport is a critical transportation hub for the region, handling both commercial passenger and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's geographical location in Eastern Europe means pilots should anticipate variable weather conditions throughout the year. Its elevation at 670 ft MSL provides relatively stable approach conditions, with two substantial concrete runways capable of handling large aircraft operations.

Notable Features

Minsk National Airport features two parallel runways: 13L/31R at 12,139 feet and 13R/31L at 11,946 feet, both constructed of concrete. The substantial runway lengths provide excellent operational flexibility for a wide range of aircraft types, from regional commuters to large international jetliners.

Approach Considerations

The parallel runway configuration (13L/31R and 13R/31L) allows for flexible approach and departure options based on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should note the airport's coordinates at 53.888071, 28.039964, which place it in a relatively flat terrain environment conducive to stable instrument and visual approaches.

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.