Aden Adde International Airport

HCMM / MGQ

Mogadishu, SO

Last Updated
May 15, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 27°C
15 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HCMM 151200Z 21015KT 9999 BKN025 32/27 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 29 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,529 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Aden Adde International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 15 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 27°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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.

Pilot Recommendations

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

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 HCMM 151100Z 1512/1618 20015KT 9999 SCT024 BECMG 1518/1521 BKN018 BECMG 1606/1609 SCT024
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z BECMG
+6h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,800 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CMM
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
10,446 ft 148 ft ASP
14.1 kt 5.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - HCMM

2,635 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.4%
MVFR
21.6%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Aden Adde International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 12.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 187 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.9°C (range: 20°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 12.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 187 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.4%
NE
14.2%
E
40.8%
SE
11.7%
S
19%
SW
12.7%
W
0.6%
NW
0.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.9°C
Range: 20°C to 33°C
20°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,635 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aden Adde International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HCMM
IATA Code: MGQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 29 ft MSL

Location

City: Mogadishu
Country: SO
Latitude: 2.014440°
Longitude: 45.304699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 10,446 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aden Adde International Airport

Overview

Aden Adde International Airport serves Mogadishu, Somalia's capital city, as a medium-sized airport located at 2.014440, 45.304699 with an elevation of 29 ft MSL. The airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for a region with significant operational challenges, supporting regional and international air connectivity.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Aden Adde demonstrate consistently favorable VFR flying conditions, with 81% of observations indicating visual flight rules and an average visibility of 10 statute miles. Temperature remains stable, averaging 28.3°C with a moderate range between 20°C and 32°C, and winds predominantly from the east at an average of 13.2 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 spans 10,446 feet with an asphaltic surface, offering substantial length for medium-sized aircraft operations. Wind conditions show a consistent eastern flow, with 100% favorable wind alignment for the primary runway and an average crosswind component of just 5.7 knots, providing predictable approach and landing characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should prioritize runway 05/23 during approach, given its optimal wind alignment and extensive length. January, December, and October represent the most stable months for visual flight operations, characterized by minimal meteorological variability and consistently clear conditions.

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.