Tabriz International Airport

OITT / TBZ

Tabriz, IR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 22:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
1 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
342 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OITT 042230Z 11001KT 9999 SCT030 SCT032CB BKN080 23/12 Q1011 A2986

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,459 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 3,200 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,459 ft AMSL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,659 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,459 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tabriz International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 18:00Z.

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
342 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
193 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,459 ft)
Pressure Alt
24,597 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 26,627 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OITT 041730Z 0418/0524 09010KT 7000 FEW030 BKN120 TEMPO 0418/0424 03012G24KT 5000 TSRA SCT035CB SCT040 BKN100 TEMPO 0500/0503 3000 BR BKN015 TEMPO 0509/0518 33014G28KT 5000 TSRA SCT035CB SCT040 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:38Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
00:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Mist
09:00Z TEMPO
+11h
MVFR 330° 14 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ITT
12L ✈️
30R
12R ✈️
30L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12L/30R
Active: 12L
11,825 ft 148 ft CONC 128°
1.0 kt 0.2 kt
10° angle
✈️ 12R/30L
Active: 12R
11,537 ft 98 ft ASP 128°
1.0 kt 0.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OITT

9,611 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.9%
MVFR
14.6%
IFR
9.5%
LIFR
6%

Tabriz International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 62 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 62 kt
Calm Winds: 5.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
14.9%
N
10.5%
S
2.9%
W
15.3%
NE
31.9%
NW
7.2%
SE
2%
SW
9.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: -12°C to 37°C
-12°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

July June March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12L/30R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 12R/30L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 9,611 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tabriz International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OITT
IATA Code: TBZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,459 ft MSL

Location

City: Tabriz
Country: IR
Latitude: 38.133900°
Longitude: 46.235001°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 12L/30R
Length: 11,825 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No
Runway 12R/30L
Length: 11,537 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tabriz International Airport

Overview

Tabriz International Airport serves the northwestern Iranian city of Tabriz, situated at a significant elevation of 4,459 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized international airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the East Azerbaijan province, connecting regional and international air traffic. The airport features two substantial concrete and asphalt runways capable of handling a wide range of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tabriz demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating 60.9% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate temperature ranges from -12°C to 31°C, with an average of 8.4°C. Wind patterns are predominantly from the northeast at 45 degrees, with an average speed of 6.2 knots and occasional strong gusts up to 62 knots. September, October, and January offer the most stable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 4,459 feet MSL presents unique performance considerations for aircraft, particularly during temperature extremes. Both runways (12L/30R and 12R/30L) offer nearly identical wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and consistent average crosswinds of 4.7 knots. The geographical location in northwestern Iran suggests potential complex terrain and meteorological interactions typical of mountainous regions.

Approach Considerations

With two parallel runways measuring 11,825 and 11,537 feet respectively, Tabriz International Airport provides flexible approach options. Pilots should anticipate predominantly northeast winds and prepare for potential variability. The consistently low occurrence of extreme weather (minimal fog at 1.8% and zero instances of visibility below 3 statute miles) suggests generally reliable approach conditions throughout the year.

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.