Nakhchivan Airport

UBBN / NAJ

Nakhchivan, AZ

Last Updated
Jul 4, 05:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
05:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UBBN 040530Z VRB02KT 9999 SCT043 26/14 Q1008 NOSIG RMK QFE682

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,863 ft
SCT 4,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,163 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nakhchivan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 07:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 11:00Z and 17:00Z.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
913 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,863 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,021 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,028 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF UBBN 032248Z 0400/0424 13010KT 9999 FEW050 BKN100 TX35/0412Z TN20/0402Z TEMPO 0400/0407 15016G26KT BECMG 0409/0411 21012KT SCT040CB BKN080 TEMPO 0411/0417 27014G24KT -TSRA SCT033CB BKN063 BECMG 0420/0422 10010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
09:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR 210° 12 kt
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
11:00Z TEMPO
+6h
MVFR 270° 14 kt
Ceiling: 6,300 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBN
14L
32R
14R
32L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14L/32R 10,826 ft 138 ft ASP 137° No wind data
14R/32L 10,826 ft 148 ft CON 137° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UBBN

13,761 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.2%
MVFR
15.6%
IFR
8.2%
LIFR
4.1%

Nakhchivan Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 3.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.6%
N
18.2%
S
8.1%
W
11.1%
NE
9.5%
NW
5.2%
SE
13.9%
SW
11.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: -14°C to 38°C
-14°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

July June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 13,761 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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

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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.