Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport

FIMR / RRG

Port Mathurin, MU

Last Updated
Jul 4, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
12 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FIMR 040800Z 10012KT 9999 SCT017 26/20 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 95 ft
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,795 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 12 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 18 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 09:00Z.

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 FIMR 040510Z 0406/0500 11010G20KT 9999 SCT018 TEMPO 0406/0409 7000 -SHRA BKN016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IMR
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
4,223 ft 98 ft ASP 106°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FIMR

6,692 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.4%
MVFR
17.3%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0%

Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 12.2 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 33°C with an average of 26°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 12.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 3.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
63.1%
N
3%
S
3.4%
W
0.8%
NE
8%
NW
0.9%
SE
16.7%
SW
0.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 26°C
Range: 17°C to 33°C
17°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July April November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,692 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FIMR
IATA Code: RRG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 95 ft MSL

Location

City: Port Mathurin
Country: MU
Latitude: -19.757700°
Longitude: 63.361000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-4

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 4,223 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport

Overview

Sir Charles Gaetan Duval Airport serves Port Mathurin on Rodrigues Island, located in the Indian Ocean. As a medium-sized airport situated at 95 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for this remote regional location.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 79.3% of the time, with MVFR conditions present for the remaining 20.4%. Easterly winds (90 degrees) dominate at an average of 13.4 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 28 knots and only 3.3% calm periods. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 25.7°C with a range between 20°C and 32°C.

Notable Features

The single runway (12/30) extends 4,223 feet with an asphalted surface. Its orientation allows for excellent wind alignment, with winds favorable 100% of the time. The airport's geographical position suggests potential maritime and terrain influences that pilots should consider during approach and departure planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 experiences an average crosswind of 4.8 knots, which is generally manageable for most aircraft. November, December, and January represent the best VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate consistent visibility around 10 statute miles and prepare for steady easterly wind patterns.

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.