Wuhan Tianhe International Airport

ZHHH / WUH

Wuhan (Huangpi), CN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
04:00Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
8 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZHHH 040400Z 16004MPS 9999 -RA SCT040 26/26 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 113 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,113 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 8 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 26°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Mist.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (113 ft)
Pressure Alt
301 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,648 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZHHH 032102Z 0400/0424 16003MPS 6000 -RA SCT030 TX30/0407Z TN25/0422Z BECMG 0405/0406 2000 BR BECMG 0406/0407 6000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Light Rain
05:00Z BECMG
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist
06:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HHH
04
22
05L
23R
05R
23L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 11,155 ft 148 ft ASP 42°
3.8 kt 7.1 kt
118° angle
05L/23R 11,811 ft 197 ft CON 46°
3.3 kt 7.3 kt
114° angle
✈️ 05R/23L
Active: 23L
10,498 ft 148 ft CONC
2.7 kt 7.5 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZHHH

6,752 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.6%
MVFR
33.4%
IFR
12.2%
LIFR
0.8%

Wuhan Tianhe International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 13% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, June.

Temperature Range

Average: 16°C
Range: -6°C to 36°C
-6°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

July May June

Statistics computed from 6,752 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Wuhan Tianhe International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZHHH
IATA Code: WUH
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 113 ft MSL

Location

City: Wuhan (Huangpi)
Country: CN
Latitude: 30.774798°
Longitude: 114.213723°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05L/23R
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 05R/23L
Length: 10,498 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Wuhan Tianhe International Airport

Overview

Wuhan Tianhe International Airport serves as a major aviation hub in central China's Hubei province. Located in the Huangpi district of Wuhan, the airport features three substantial runways capable of supporting large commercial and cargo aircraft operations. The airport's elevation of 113 feet MSL provides relatively straightforward terrain conditions for approach and departure.

Flying Conditions

Wuhan's geographic location exposes the airport to varied seasonal weather patterns typical of central China's subtropical climate. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity variations and seasonal wind shifts that could impact approach and departure procedures. The airport's multiple runway configuration (04/22, 05L/23R, and 05R/23L) provides operational flexibility in managing different wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport boasts three runways with significant length: 04/22 at 11,155 feet, 05L/23R at 11,811 feet, and 05R/23L at 10,498 feet. These runway dimensions accommodate a wide range of aircraft types, from regional jets to wide-body international carriers. The varied runway surfaces (asphalt and concrete) offer additional operational resilience in different weather conditions.

Approach Considerations

Approaches to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport should consider the airport's east-west and northwest-southeast runway orientations. Pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios, particularly given the multiple runway options. The airport's modest elevation and surrounding terrain suggest relatively standard approach and departure procedures.

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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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.