Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport

ZMUB / ULN

Ulaanbaatar, MN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
4 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZMUB 042200Z VRB02MPS 9999 FEW033 10/08 Q1013 NOSIG RMK QFE651.8 91 MOP

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,364 ft
FEW 3,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,664 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
868 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,364 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,372 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,819 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZMUB 041639Z 0418/0524 VRB02MPS 9999 FEW030CB SCT033 TN13/0421Z TX24/0507Z BECMG 0501/0503 35007MPS BECMG 0510/0512 VRB02MPS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
01:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR
10:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MUB
14
32
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14/32 10,170 ft 197 ft ASP 136° No wind data
15/33 6,560 ft 131 ft GRE 145° 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 - ZMUB

6,922 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86%
MVFR
13.5%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0.2%

Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -42°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, June.

Temperature Range

Average: -5.6°C
Range: -42°C to 40°C
-42°C 40°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July May June

Statistics computed from 6,922 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZMUB
IATA Code: ULN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,364 ft MSL

Location

City: Ulaanbaatar
Country: MN
Latitude: 47.843102°
Longitude: 106.766998°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 10,170 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 6,560 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: GRE
ILS: No

About Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport

Overview

Buyant-Ukhaa International Airport serves Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia's capital, at a significant elevation of 4,364 feet mean sea level. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with two runways: a primary 10,170-foot asphalt runway (14/32) and a secondary 6,560-foot gravel runway (15/33).

Flying Conditions

Statistical data indicates highly favorable visual flight conditions, with 78.9% of observations supporting VFR operations and 20.8% at marginal VFR levels. The airport experiences extreme temperature variations, ranging from -42°C to 40°C, with an average temperature of -12.6°C, which pilots should carefully consider for aircraft performance calculations.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 47.843102, 106.766998, Buyant-Ukhaa is positioned in Mongolia's high-altitude terrain, which can present unique challenges for aircraft operations. The significant elevation and potential for rapid meteorological changes require pilots to maintain heightened situational awareness during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note the airport's excellent visibility conditions, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility. September through November represent the most consistently favorable flying months, offering the most predictable meteorological conditions for safe aircraft operations.

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.