Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport

FIMP / MRU

Plaine Magnien, MU

Last Updated
May 14, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
9 kt
130°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FIMP 141600Z 13009KT 9999 SCT018 24/20 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 186 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,986 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 9 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 18:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 00:00Z and 07:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FIMP 141105Z 1412/1518 12010G20KT 9999 SCT017 TEMPO 1418/1421 7000 -RA BKN016 TEMPO 1500/1507 5000 -RA FEW010 BKN016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
Light Rain
00:00Z TEMPO
+8h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IMP
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
11,056 ft 148 ft ASP 117°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FIMP

5,567 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.6%
MVFR
21.3%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0%

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.2 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 25.9°C (range: 18°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are February, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 5.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
41.3%
N
6.8%
S
4.5%
W
0.8%
NE
11.8%
NW
8.7%
SE
19.2%
SW
1.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.9°C
Range: 18°C to 33°C
18°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

February October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,567 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FIMP
IATA Code: MRU
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 186 ft MSL

Location

City: Plaine Magnien
Country: MU
Latitude: -20.430201°
Longitude: 57.683601°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-4

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 11,056 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport

Overview

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Mauritius, located in Plaine Magnien. Positioned at 186 feet above mean sea level, this large airport is critical for both commercial passenger and cargo operations in the Indian Ocean region.

Flying Conditions

As an island airport, FIMP experiences maritime tropical climate conditions with potential significant wind and precipitation variations. The single long runway (14/32) at 11,056 feet provides substantial operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types, accommodating substantial crosswind and seasonal meteorological changes.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location at coordinates -20.430201, 57.683601 places it on the southeastern coast of Mauritius, surrounded by relatively flat terrain. Its significant runway length and asphaltic surface enable operations for wide-body international aircraft and provide robust emergency landing capabilities.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32's extensive length and orientation suggest potential utility for both easterly and westerly approaches depending on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime wind shifts and be prepared for potential crosswind landing scenarios given the airport's coastal positioning.

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.