La Gomera Airport

GCGM / GMZ

Alajero, La Gomera Island, ES

Last Updated
Jul 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
6 kt
230°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GCGM 041800Z AUTO 23006KT 190V260 CAVOK 23/18 Q1018 RMK R09/23004KT 180V290 ARP/24005KT 160V290

Weather Briefing

VFR

La Gomera Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 6 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions 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.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (716 ft)
Pressure Alt
574 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,706 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF GCGM 041400Z 0415/0515 18005KT 9999 FEW025 TX27/0514Z TN22/0506Z PROB30 TEMPO 0500/0507 BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CGM
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
4,921 ft 98 ft ASP 81°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GCGM

13,282 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.2%
MVFR
6.6%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.1%

La Gomera Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 38°C with an average of 19.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 5.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.6%
N
6.5%
S
8.2%
W
19.8%
NE
5%
NW
7%
SE
3.1%
SW
38.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.7°C
Range: 13°C to 38°C
13°C 38°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July April December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 13,282 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Gomera Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GCGM
IATA Code: GMZ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 716 ft MSL

Location

City: Alajero, La Gomera Island
Country: ES
Latitude: 28.029600°
Longitude: -17.214600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About La Gomera Airport

La Gomera Airport (GCGM/GMZ) is located in Alajero, La Gomera Island, ES at an elevation of 716 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 4,921 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 13,282 weather observations, GCGM experiences excellent VFR conditions 92.2% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at GCGM come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 6.6 knots and recorded gusts up to 32 knots. Runway 09/27 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are July, April, December, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 13°C (55°F) to 38°C (100°F), averaging 19.7°C (67°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.97 to 10.31 inHg (338-349 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,282 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.