Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

ZGGG / CAN

Guangzhou (Huadu), CN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
6 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
4,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZGGG 040300Z 14003MPS 100V160 9999 -SHRA FEW013 BKN043 27/26 Q1009 RESHRA NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 50 ft
FEW 1,300 ft AGL
BKN 4,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,350 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,350 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 6 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4300 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°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 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Heavy Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 04:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 13:00Z.

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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (50 ft)
Pressure Alt
178 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,630 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZGGG 032105Z 0400/0506 16004MPS 6000 BKN030 TX30/0407Z TX30/0506Z TN25/0422Z TEMPO 0400/0403 SHRA FEW026CB BKN030 TEMPO 0404/0409 2500 +TSRA SCT026CB BKN030 TEMPO 0410/0413 SHRA FEW026CB BKN030 TEMPO 0416/0420 4000 +SHRA FEW026CB BKN030 TEMPO 0422/0502 4000 +SHRA FEW026CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:37Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
04:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Heavy Thunderstorm Rain
10:00Z TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GGG
01L
19R ✈️
01R
19L ✈️
02L
20R ✈️
02R
20L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01L/19R
Active: 19R
11,155 ft 148 ft CONC
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
✈️ 01R/19L
Active: 19L
11,811 ft 148 ft CON 14°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
✈️ 02L/20R
Active: 20R
12,467 ft 197 ft ASP 14°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
✈️ 02R/20L
Active: 20L
12,467 ft 197 ft CON 14°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZGGG

13,659 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.7%
MVFR
19.4%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
0.2%

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 1.8% of observations. Temperature extremes range from 6°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Temperature Range

Average: 23.4°C
Range: 6°C to 39°C
6°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Statistics computed from 13,659 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZGGG
IATA Code: CAN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 50 ft MSL

Location

City: Guangzhou (Huadu)
Country: CN
Latitude: 23.392401°
Longitude: 113.299004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 01L/19R
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 02L/20R
Length: 12,467 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 02R/20L
Length: 12,467 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

Overview

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport serves as a major aviation hub located in the Huadu district of Guangzhou, China. Positioned at 50 feet above mean sea level, the airport features four substantial runways ranging from 11,155 to 12,467 feet in length, accommodating large international and domestic commercial aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

As a low-elevation airport situated near the Pearl River Delta, Baiyun International experiences relatively stable atmospheric conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity and localized thermal variations typical of southern Chinese coastal regions, which can influence approach and departure parameters.

Notable Features

The airport's extensive runway configuration includes four parallel runways with concrete and asphalt surfaces, providing significant operational flexibility. Its geographical location at coordinates 23.392401, 113.299004 places it in a region with complex urban and coastal terrain that requires careful navigation and situational awareness.

Approach Considerations

With four runways oriented approximately north-south (01/19 and 02/20), pilots have multiple options for landing and takeoff based on prevailing wind conditions. The substantial runway lengths (11,155 to 12,467 feet) offer generous margins for various aircraft types and operational scenarios, supporting complex air traffic management.

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.