Weifang Nanyuan Airport

ZSWF / WEF

Weifang (Kuiwen), CN

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

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Currently using: ZSQD
Weather Source: Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (ZSQD)
Distance: 50nm / 92km from ZSWF

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
12 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZSQD 141500Z 15006MPS 9999 BKN013 17/14 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 0 ft
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,300 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Weifang Nanyuan Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 12 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 14°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 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: Mist.

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. 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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (0 ft)
Pressure Alt
-113 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 127 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZSQD 140905Z 1412/1512 16006MPS 3500 BR BKN011 TX25/1506Z TN15/1420Z BECMG 1415/1416 BKN006 BECMG 1500/1501 NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:50Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 3.5 km
Ceiling: 1,100 ft
Mist
00:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SWF
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
8,530 ft 0 ft Concrete
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weifang Nanyuan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZSWF
IATA Code: WEF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 0 ft MSL

Location

City: Weifang (Kuiwen)
Country: CN
Latitude: 36.646702°
Longitude: 119.119003°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Concrete
ILS: No

About Weifang Nanyuan Airport

Overview

Weifang Nanyuan Airport serves the Kuiwen District of Weifang city in eastern China's Shandong Province. As a medium-sized airport situated at sea level (0 ft MSL), it provides regional aviation infrastructure for the surrounding metropolitan and industrial areas.

Flying Conditions

Weifang's location suggests a continental monsoon climate with potential seasonal wind variations. The single concrete runway (17/35) measuring 8,530 feet provides substantial length for most medium-sized aircraft operations, offering flexibility across different weather conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's sea-level elevation eliminates significant terrain challenges for approach and departure procedures. Its geographic coordinates (36.646702, 119.119003) place it in a relatively flat coastal region of eastern China, which typically presents stable atmospheric conditions for aviation.

Approach Considerations

The runway's 17/35 orientation indicates potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing regional wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate standard approach procedures considering the runway's substantial 8,530-foot concrete surface, which can accommodate a range of aircraft types and operational requirements.

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.