Al Massira Airport

GMAD / AGA

Agadir (Temsia), MA

Last Updated
May 14, 22:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
9 kt
170°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GMAD 142230Z 17009KT 8000 FEW020 16/13 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 250 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,250 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Al Massira Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 9 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 13:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (250 ft)
Pressure Alt
258 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 438 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF GMAD 141700Z 1418/1524 22010KT 8000 SCT026 SCT100 TEMPO 1513/1521 26016G28KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:43Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MAD
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
10,499 ft 148 ft ASP 91°
1.6 kt 8.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GMAD

11,049 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
45.7%
MVFR
47.5%
IFR
3.9%
LIFR
2.9%

Al Massira Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 45.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 6.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 49°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, May, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 10.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.7%
NE
16%
E
12.6%
SE
4.9%
S
14.1%
SW
16.3%
W
21%
NW
1.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.7°C
Range: 1°C to 49°C
1°C 49°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

December May January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 11,049 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Al Massira Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GMAD
IATA Code: AGA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 250 ft MSL

Location

City: Agadir (Temsia)
Country: MA
Latitude: 30.322478°
Longitude: -9.412003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Al Massira Airport

Overview

Al Massira Airport serves the Agadir region in southwestern Morocco, functioning as a critical transportation hub for the area. Located at coordinates 30.322478, -9.412003, this large airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for commercial and potentially military operations. With an elevation of 250 feet mean sea level, the airport is situated in a coastal geographical context.

Flying Conditions

As a coastal airport, Al Massira experiences maritime-influenced weather patterns typical of Morocco's Atlantic region. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's proximity to the ocean, with the primary runway (09/27) oriented to accommodate prevailing wind conditions. The substantial 10,499-foot asphalt runway provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Notable Features

The airport's extended runway length suggests capability for handling large commercial aircraft and potentially serving as a regional transportation center. Its location near Agadir indicates potential interactions with complex terrain, including coastal and potentially mountainous surrounding landscapes. The substantial runway length of 10,499 feet enables operations for wide-body aircraft and provides excellent runway performance characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27's extensive length offers pilots multiple approach options with significant margin for safe landing and takeoff operations. Given the airport's coastal positioning, wind assessment during approach and departure becomes critically important for safe navigation. Pilots should carefully evaluate local wind conditions and utilize the full runway length when planning approach and landing strategies.

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.