Nakhchivan Airport

UBBN / NAJ

Nakhchivan, AZ

Last Updated
May 15, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
16 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
8,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UBBN 151000Z 31016KT 9999 VCTS SCT040CB OVC083 21/07 Q1006 NOSIG RMK QFE680

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,863 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL (CB)
OVC 8,300 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,863 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,163 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nakhchivan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 16 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8300 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 4,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 18 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 04:00Z.

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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
911 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,863 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,081 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,488 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF UBBN 150500Z 1506/1606 20010KT 8000 SCT040CB OVC090 TX23/1512Z TN09/1602Z TEMPO 1506/1510 25016KT 6000 -TSRA SCT025CB OVC060 TEMPO 1510/1516 VRB18KT -TSRA BKN030CB OVC070 BECMG 1518/1520 VRB04KT TEMPO 1520/1604 11010KT -SHRA BKN020CB OVC050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:29Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
18:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR VRB 4 kt
20:00Z TEMPO
+10h
MVFR 110° 10 kt
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
BBN
14L
32R ✈️
14R
32L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14L/32R
Active: 32R
10,826 ft 138 ft ASP 137°
15.8 kt 2.8 kt
10° angle
✈️ 14R/32L
Active: 32L
10,826 ft 148 ft CON 137°
15.8 kt 2.8 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 - UBBN

11,276 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.4%
MVFR
18.7%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
5%

Nakhchivan Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 4.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.6%
N
19%
S
7.1%
W
10.8%
NE
9.9%
NW
5%
SE
14%
SW
11.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.3°C
Range: -14°C to 34°C
-14°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

April May October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 11,276 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nakhchivan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UBBN
IATA Code: NAJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,863 ft MSL

Location

City: Nakhchivan
Country: AZ
Latitude: 39.188801°
Longitude: 45.458401°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 14L/32R
Length: 10,826 ft
Width: 138 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14R/32L
Length: 10,826 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Nakhchivan Airport

Overview

Nakhchivan Airport serves the autonomous republic of Nakhchivan, located in Azerbaijan's exclave region. As a medium airport situated at 2,863 feet MSL, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this geographically isolated area. The airport features two substantial runways, each 10,826 feet long, capable of handling diverse aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 57.4% of observations in visual flight rules and an additional 27% in marginal VFR. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with prevailing northerly winds averaging 6.2 knots and occasional gusts up to 36 knots. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -14°C to 34°C, with an average of 7.8°C.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated position at 2,863 feet MSL suggests potential terrain interaction and potential orographic effects. Both runways (14L/32R and 14R/32L) demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with consistently low average crosswind conditions at 3.9 knots. Visibility is generally excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (1.6% of observations).

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months, offering optimal approach conditions. The dual runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with near-identical wind characteristics. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature-related performance considerations given the wide thermal range and moderate elevation.

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.