Macau International Airport

VMMC / MFM

Nossa Senhora do Carmo, MO

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
04:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 27°C
13 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VMMC 040430Z 19013KT 9999 VCSH FEW012 SCT025 29/27 Q1008 TEMPO 18020G30KT 1400 +TSRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 20 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,220 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,520 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Macau International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 13 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,200 ft, scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 27°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (20 ft)
Pressure Alt
178 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,863 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VMMC 032300Z 0400/0506 16012KT 9999 FEW010 SCT025 TEMPO 0400/0406 16020G30KT 1400 +TSRA FEW006 SCT012CB TEMPO 0406/0412 17015G25KT 2500 TSRA FEW008 SCT015CB TEMPO 0412/0418 18015G25KT 3500 SHRA TEMPO 0421/0503 3500 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR 170° 15 kt
Visibility: 2.5 km
Thunderstorm Rain
12:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR 180° 15 kt
Visibility: 3.5 km
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MMC
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
10,544 ft 148 ft CON 160°
11.3 kt 6.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VMMC

13,427 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.4%
MVFR
11.5%
IFR
3.8%
LIFR
0.2%

Macau International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 49 knots. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 33°C with an average of 23.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 49 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
22%
N
29.7%
S
17.5%
W
1.5%
NE
6.7%
NW
1.5%
SE
14.4%
SW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.3°C
Range: 9°C to 33°C
9°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 13,427 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Macau International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VMMC
IATA Code: MFM
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 20 ft MSL

Location

City: Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Country: MO
Latitude: 22.149599°
Longitude: 113.592003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 10,544 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Macau International Airport

Overview

Macau International Airport serves as the primary aviation gateway for the Macau Special Administrative Region, located on the western side of the Pearl River Delta. Positioned at 20 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports international and regional air traffic with its substantial 10,544-foot concrete runway oriented at 16/34.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and coastal location suggest potential maritime weather influences, including possible sea breezes and variable visibility conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts due to the airport's proximity to complex terrain and water interfaces in the Pearl River Delta region.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 22.149599, 113.592003, Macau International Airport is characterized by its relatively flat terrain and single substantial runway. The concrete runway configuration provides flexibility for various aircraft types, supporting both commercial passenger and cargo operations in the region.

Approach Considerations

The 16/34 runway orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing, with wind direction playing a critical role in runway selection. Pilots should prepare for potential maritime meteorological variations that could impact approach and departure procedures in this coastal airport environment.

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.