Sanya Phoenix International Airport

ZJSY / SYX

Sanya (Tianya), CN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
04:00Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZJSY 040400Z VRB01MPS 9999 -SHRA FEW010 OVC050 27/25 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 92 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
OVC 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,092 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,092 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sanya Phoenix International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Heavy Showers Rain, Light Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 04:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 04:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 16:00Z and 22:00Z.

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
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (92 ft)
Pressure Alt
340 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,802 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZJSY 032108Z 0400/0424 24008G15MPS 3500 SHRA SCT006 FEW023CB BKN030 TX32/0406Z TN25/0421Z TEMPO 0400/0404 1000 +SHRA BECMG 0404/0406 18004G10MPS -RA FEW015 BKN050 TEMPO 0404/0410 SHRA SCT015 FEW025CB BKN040 TEMPO 0416/0422 2800 TSRA SCT012 FEW025CB BKN033
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:04Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 3.5 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Showers Rain
16:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 2.8 km
Ceiling: 3,300 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JSY
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 11,155 ft 148 ft CON 82° 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 - ZJSY

6,753 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97.1%
MVFR
2.9%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0%

Sanya Phoenix International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.1% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 35°C with an average of 26.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, July, December.

Temperature Range

Average: 26.1°C
Range: 12°C to 35°C
12°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January July December

Statistics computed from 6,753 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sanya Phoenix International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZJSY
IATA Code: SYX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 92 ft MSL

Location

City: Sanya (Tianya)
Country: CN
Latitude: 18.302900°
Longitude: 109.412003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Sanya Phoenix International Airport

Overview

Sanya Phoenix International Airport serves the southernmost city of Hainan Province, China, positioned near the tropical coastal region. As a large international airport with significant infrastructure, it supports both commercial passenger traffic and strategic regional aviation needs for this southeastern maritime province.

Flying Conditions

Located at a low elevation of 92 ft MSL, the airport experiences tropical maritime climate conditions with potential for variable wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate humidity and potential convective weather typical of coastal southern Chinese environments, which can influence approach and departure strategies.

Notable Features

The airport features a single substantial runway (08/26) measuring 11,155 feet constructed with concrete surface, providing extensive operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types. Its geographical coordinates at 18.302900, 109.412003 place it in a coastal region with potential maritime meteorological influences that could affect local atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

The runway's significant length of 11,155 feet allows for comprehensive approach options with good performance margins for commercial and potentially military aircraft. Runway orientation (08/26) suggests wind considerations from easterly and westerly directions will be primary factors in approach and departure planning.

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.