Amborovy Airport

FMNM / MJN

Mahajanga, MG

Last Updated
Jul 4, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 1 hour ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
3 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FMNM 040000Z 11003KT 9999 FEW040 18/15 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 87 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,087 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Amborovy Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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 FMNM 032300Z 0400/0424 14006KT 9999 FEW020 SCT040 BECMG 0320/0322 14006KT BECMG 0410/0412 24010KT BECMG 0420/0422 12005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 240° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MNM
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 132°
2.6 kt 1.5 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 - FMNM

6,636 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.9%
MVFR
3%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0%

Amborovy Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 39°C with an average of 27.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, June, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
15.6%
N
14.7%
S
7.8%
W
7.7%
NE
2.5%
NW
22.6%
SE
25.2%
SW
1.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°C
Range: 16°C to 39°C
16°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May June July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,636 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Amborovy Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMNM
IATA Code: MJN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 87 ft MSL

Location

City: Mahajanga
Country: MG
Latitude: -15.666842°
Longitude: 46.351233°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Amborovy Airport

Overview

Amborovy Airport serves Mahajanga, Madagascar as a medium-sized airport situated at 87 ft mean sea level. Located at coordinates -15.666842, 46.351233, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the northwestern region of Madagascar. The airport features a single runway 14/32 measuring 7,218 ft with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Amborovy are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 96% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature ranges from 18°C to 39°C, with an average of 28°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions. Wind patterns are consistent from the northwest at 315°, averaging 7.4 knots with occasional gusts up to 19 knots, and calm conditions occurring only 2.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 14/32 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Average crosswind components remain low at 2.7 knots, enhancing operational flexibility. Visibility consistently remains high, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of fog or significant visibility restrictions.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the optimal months for VFR flight operations, characterized by the most stable weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate northwest winds and plan approaches accordingly on runway 14/32. The substantial runway length of 7,218 ft provides ample space for most aircraft types operating in the region.

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.