Sanya Phoenix International Airport

ZJSY / SYX

Sanya (Tianya), CN

Last Updated
May 14, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
18:00Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 27°C
4 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZJSY 141800Z 17002MPS 120V230 9999 FEW010 SCT016 29/27 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 92 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
SCT 1,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,092 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,692 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sanya Phoenix International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,000 ft, scattered at 1,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 27°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 22:00Z and 01:00Z.

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: 2,042 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZJSY 141504Z 1418/1518 18003MPS 9999 FEW010 SCT020 TX32/1506Z TN28/1421Z TEMPO 1422/1501 SCT010 FEW026CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
22:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

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
Active: 08
11,155 ft 148 ft CON 82°
0.0 kt 4.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZJSY

5,581 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97.1%
MVFR
2.8%
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 34°C with an average of 25.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, December, October.

Temperature Range

Average: 25.3°C
Range: 12°C to 34°C
12°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January December October

Statistics computed from 5,581 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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

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.