Cheboksary Airport

UWKS / CSY

Cheboksary, RU

Last Updated
May 15, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
12 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UWKS 151000Z 11006MPS 9999 FEW040 25/10 Q1009 R06/090065 NOSIG RMK QFE741

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 558 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,558 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cheboksary Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 12 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating relatively 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. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 15:00Z.

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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (558 ft)
Pressure Alt
686 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,020 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UWKS 150745Z 1509/1518 12005G12MPS 9999 SCT020CB TX25/1512Z TN19/1518Z TEMPO 1510/1515 -TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:28Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WKS
06 ✈️
24
06R ✈️
24L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
8,241 ft 161 ft ASP 71°
7.7 kt 9.2 kt
50° angle
✈️ 06R/24L
Active: 06R
4,950 ft 270 ft GRS 72°
7.7 kt 9.2 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 - UWKS

11,473 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
44.1%
MVFR
21%
IFR
19%
LIFR
15.9%

Cheboksary Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 44.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 34.9% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, March.

Temperature Range

Average: -0.3°C
Range: -29°C to 28°C
-29°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.2%

Best Months for VFR

September May March

Statistics computed from 11,473 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cheboksary Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UWKS
IATA Code: CSY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 558 ft MSL

Location

City: Cheboksary
Country: RU
Latitude: 56.090302°
Longitude: 47.347301°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,241 ft
Width: 161 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06R/24L
Length: 4,950 ft
Width: 270 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Cheboksary Airport

Overview

Cheboksary Airport serves the city of Cheboksary in the Russian Federation, located at coordinates 56.090302, 47.347301. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 558 feet MSL, it supports regional and potentially some commercial aviation operations. The airport features two runways: a primary asphalt runway (06/24) measuring 8,241 feet and a secondary grass runway (06R/24L) of 4,950 feet.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Cheboksary Airport demonstrate significant variability, with METAR data showing a complex visual flight rules (VFR) environment. Pilots can expect diverse conditions, with 36% VFR days, 23.6% marginal VFR, 24% IFR, and 16.3% low IFR conditions. Temperature ranges dramatically from -25°C to 26°C, with an average of 0.4°C, indicating potential challenging winter operations and significant seasonal transitions.

Notable Features

The airport's dual-runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with an asphalt and a grass runway offering alternatives based on aircraft type and current conditions. Its mid-latitude location suggests potential for variable weather patterns, with meteorological observations indicating minimal wind disturbances and generally good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Seasonal variations are notable, with September and October, along with January, presenting the most favorable VFR conditions.

Approach Considerations

Approaches to Cheboksary Airport should consider the substantial difference between runway surfaces and lengths. The primary 8,241-foot asphalt runway (06/24) offers more substantial landing capabilities compared to the 4,950-foot grass runway. While wind data shows minimal prevailing wind, pilots should still perform standard terrain and approach assessments, with particular attention to the limited fog occurrence (3.5%) and excellent typical visibility 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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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.