Roland Garros Airport

FMEE / RUN

Sainte-Marie, RE

Last Updated
May 15, 04:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
04:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
12 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FMEE 150430Z AUTO 11012KT 9999 FEW076 26/17 Q1019 TEMPO 12015G25KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 66 ft
FEW 7,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,666 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Roland Garros Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 7,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 12 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 7,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 04:00Z and 13:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 08:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 03:00Z.

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.

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (66 ft)
Pressure Alt
-107 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,229 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FMEE 142300Z 1500/1606 12015KT 9999 FEW020 SCT055 TEMPO 1504/1513 12015G25KT PROB30 TEMPO 1508/1510 4500 SHRA TEMPO 1521/1603 4500 SHRA FEW015TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 4.5 km
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MEE
12 ✈️
30
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
10,499 ft 148 ft ASP 102°
11.8 kt 2.1 kt
10° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
8,760 ft 148 ft ASP 116°
10.4 kt 6.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FMEE

11,028 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.6%
MVFR
9.6%
IFR
5.3%
LIFR
0.5%

Roland Garros Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 10.9 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26°C (range: 18°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are May, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 10.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
2%
NE
3.7%
E
42.2%
SE
28.8%
S
15.4%
SW
1.2%
W
2.7%
NW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 26°C
Range: 18°C to 33°C
18°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

May October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,028 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Roland Garros Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMEE
IATA Code: RUN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 66 ft MSL

Location

City: Sainte-Marie
Country: RE
Latitude: -20.890087°
Longitude: 55.518894°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-4

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 8,760 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Roland Garros Airport

Overview

Roland Garros Airport serves Sainte-Marie on Réunion Island, located in the Indian Ocean east of Madagascar. As a large airport with substantial runway infrastructure, it supports regional and potentially international aviation operations. The airport's strategic location and significant runway lengths make it a key transportation hub for the region.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 66 feet above mean sea level, the airport experiences tropical maritime climate conditions typical of its Indian Ocean location. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the island's terrain and oceanic environment. The two substantial asphalt runways (10,499 ft and 8,760 ft) provide robust operational flexibility across different meteorological conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel-oriented runways (12/30 and 14/32) with significant length, enabling operations for larger aircraft types. Its geographic coordinates at -20.890087, 55.518894 place it in a coastal setting with potential terrain-influenced wind patterns. The airport's substantial runway infrastructure suggests it can handle diverse aircraft categories and operational requirements.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30's extended 10,499 ft length provides an excellent primary approach option with significant landing and takeoff margin. The secondary runway 14/32, measuring 8,760 ft, offers additional operational flexibility. Pilots should prepare for potential wind shifts and consider runway orientation relative to prevailing wind conditions when planning approaches.

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.