Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport

MUVR / VRA

Matanzas, CU

Last Updated
May 14, 13:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
13:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
8 kt
260°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MUVR 141350Z 26008KT 230V290 9000 FEW025 29/23 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 210 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,710 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,500 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 8 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain, Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain, Rain between 16:00Z and 03:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MUVR 141100Z 1412/1512 VRB04KT 9000 SCT020 TEMPO 1416/1503 VRB10KT 3000 TSRA SHRA RA SCT018CB BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 9 km
16:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR VRB 10 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain, Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UVR
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
11,490 ft 148 ft ASP 56°
7.5 kt 2.7 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 - MUVR

5,832 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.7%
MVFR
13.1%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.8%

Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 35°C with an average of 23.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
26.3%
N
15.6%
S
7.6%
W
1.7%
NE
26.6%
NW
5%
SE
14.6%
SW
2.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.4°C
Range: 7°C to 35°C
7°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.5%

Best Months for VFR

February May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 5,832 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MUVR
IATA Code: VRA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 210 ft MSL

Location

City: Matanzas
Country: CU
Latitude: 23.034401°
Longitude: -81.435303°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 11,490 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport

Overview

Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport serves the Matanzas region in Cuba, functioning as a significant international gateway. Located at coordinates 23.034401, -81.435303, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the area. Its substantial 11,490-foot runway enables handling of large commercial and international aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 210 feet mean sea level, the airport experiences typical Caribbean coastal weather patterns with potential for variable wind conditions. The airport's geographical position suggests potential for thermal variations and occasional maritime air masses. Pilots should anticipate standard tropical meteorological dynamics that could influence flight planning and approach strategies.

Notable Features

The single runway (06/24) is constructed with asphalt, providing a robust surface for heavy aircraft movements. The airport's elevation of 210 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment without significant terrain complications. Its geographic location suggests potential interactions with coastal atmospheric conditions that could impact flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24's extended length of 11,490 feet offers substantial operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing phases. Pilots should conduct standard wind assessment and runway selection protocols consistent with prevailing meteorological 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.