Bouarfa Airport

GMFB / UAR

Bouarfa, MA

Last Updated
May 15, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
11 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GMFB 150700Z 03011KT 360V070 9999 SCT026TCU SCT040 13/09 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,630 ft
SCT 2,600 ft AGL (TCU)
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT (TCU)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,230 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,630 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bouarfa Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 11 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,600 ft (TCU), scattered at 4,000 ft. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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
892 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,630 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,638 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,269 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.3°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MFB
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
10,499 ft 148 ft ASP
5.5 kt 9.5 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GMFB

5,574 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.2%
MVFR
3.3%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.3%

Bouarfa Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.4%
NE
17.2%
E
26%
SE
5.7%
S
4.2%
SW
14%
W
12.3%
NW
10.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.8°C
Range: -1°C to 34°C
-1°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 5,574 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bouarfa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GMFB
IATA Code: UAR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,630 ft MSL

Location

City: Bouarfa
Country: MA
Latitude: 32.514306°
Longitude: -1.983056°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

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 Bouarfa Airport

Overview

Bouarfa Airport is a medium-sized airport located in southeastern Morocco at an elevation of 3,630 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 32.514306, -1.983056, the airport serves regional transportation needs in a high-altitude desert environment. Its single runway 09/27 extends 10,499 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Bouarfa Airport are predominantly VFR, with 96.2% of observations showing clear flying conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 8.9 knots, with maximum gusts up to 35 knots. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 34°C, with an average of 14.7°C, providing relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's high-altitude location at 3,630 feet MSL presents potential performance considerations for aircraft operations. Easterly winds are extremely consistent, with 100% favorable wind conditions for runway 09/27. The average crosswind is mild at 5 knots, which generally provides comfortable approach and departure scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers excellent wind alignment, making it consistently favorable for most operations. Pilots should note the best VFR months are November, September, and October, which provide optimal flying conditions. With an average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility, approaches are typically straightforward and predictable.

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.