Shenyang Taoxian International Airport

ZYTX / SHE

Hunnan, Shenyang, CN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
10 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
3,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZYTX 040300Z 19005MPS 9999 FEW006 FEW033CB BKN033 22/21 Q1000 RETSRA NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 198 ft
FEW 600 ft AGL
FEW 3,300 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
798 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,498 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,498 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Shenyang Taoxian International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 10 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3300 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,300 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS between 02:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 10:00Z.

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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (198 ft)
Pressure Alt
596 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,484 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD ZYTX 040217Z 0400/0424 20006G15MPS 6000 -TSRA FEW026CB BKN033 TX29/0406Z TN23/0420Z TEMPO 0402/0405 2500 +TSRAGS SCT026CB BKN030 BECMG 0405/0406 NSW NSC TEMPO 0407/0410 -TSRA FEW026CB BKN033
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:36Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 3,300 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
05:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR
07:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,300 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YTX
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
10,499 ft 148 ft CON 49°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZYTX

13,513 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.3%
MVFR
17%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
1.8%

Shenyang Taoxian International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.7% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Temperature Range

Average: 6.2°C
Range: -29°C to 35°C
-29°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.4%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Statistics computed from 13,513 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Shenyang Taoxian International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZYTX
IATA Code: SHE
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 198 ft MSL

Location

City: Hunnan, Shenyang
Country: CN
Latitude: 41.639801°
Longitude: 123.483002°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Shenyang Taoxian International Airport

Overview

Shenyang Taoxian International Airport serves as a critical transportation hub in northeastern China, located in the Hunnan district of Shenyang. Situated at 198 feet above mean sea level, the airport plays a significant role in both regional and international air transportation for Liaoning Province. Its substantial runway of 10,499 feet enables handling of large commercial aircraft and international traffic.

Flying Conditions

Shenyang's geographic location results in significant seasonal weather variations that pilots must carefully consider. Winter conditions can be particularly challenging, with potential for low visibility and cold-related operational constraints. The airport's elevation of 198 feet MSL provides relatively stable atmospheric conditions compared to more mountainous regions in northeastern China.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (06/24) is constructed of concrete and provides substantial landing capacity for wide-body aircraft. Its geographical coordinates at 41.639801, 123.483002 place it in a region with complex terrain transitioning between urban and regional landscapes. The substantial runway length of 10,499 feet allows for versatile aircraft operations across different weight classes and meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 orientation suggests potential wind pattern influences on approach and departure procedures. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios given the runway's linear east-west alignment. Standard instrument approach procedures will be critical, particularly during seasonal meteorological transitions that can affect visibility and landing conditions.

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.