Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport

ZGSZ / SZX

Shenzhen (Bao'an), CN

Last Updated
May 15, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
6 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZGSZ 150000Z 05003MPS 020V120 9999 FEW015 BKN026 28/25 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 13 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,513 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,613 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 6 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 05:00Z and 10:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (13 ft)
Pressure Alt
201 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,764 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZGSZ 142120Z 1500/1606 18004MPS 8000 BKN030 TX29/1506Z TX27/1606Z TN26/1522Z TEMPO 1500/1502 SHRA FEW025CB BKN030 TEMPO 1505/1510 TSRA SCT020 FEW025CB BKN030 BECMG 1518/1520 12004MPS BECMG 1520/1522 SHRA SCT020 FEW025CB BKN033
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:18Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
05:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GSZ
15
33 ✈️
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
11,155 ft 148 ft CON 155°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
12,467 ft 197 ft CON 155°
2.1 kt 5.6 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 - ZGSZ

5,579 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.9%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0%

Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.9% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 35°C with an average of 22.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Temperature Range

Average: 22.6°C
Range: 9°C to 35°C
9°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Statistics computed from 5,579 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZGSZ
IATA Code: SZX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 13 ft MSL

Location

City: Shenzhen (Bao'an)
Country: CN
Latitude: 22.639299°
Longitude: 113.810997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 12,467 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport

Overview

Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport serves as a critical aviation hub in southern China, located in the Bao'an district of Shenzhen. Positioned at a low elevation of 13 ft MSL, the airport supports large-scale international and domestic air traffic with its substantial runway infrastructure. The airport's geographical coordinates at 22.639299, 113.810997 place it in a strategically important region for regional and international connectivity.

Flying Conditions

Situated near the South China Sea, Shenzhen Bao'an experiences a subtropical climate with potential for variable weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal wind shifts and tropical weather patterns that could impact flight operations. The airport's low elevation of 13 ft MSL suggests minimal altitude-related performance considerations for most aircraft.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial concrete runways: Runway 15/33 at 11,155 ft and Runway 16/34 at 12,467 ft, providing excellent operational flexibility for various aircraft types. Its coastal location near Shenzhen indicates potential for maritime-influenced meteorological conditions and wind patterns that may require careful navigation and approach planning.

Approach Considerations

With two long concrete runways oriented in slightly different directions (15/33 and 16/34), pilots have multiple approach options based on prevailing wind conditions. The substantial runway lengths of over 11,000 and 12,000 feet provide significant margins for safe landings and takeoffs across a wide range of aircraft categories.

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.