Melilla Airport

GEML / MLN

Melilla, ES

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
04:30Z

🌅 Dawn
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
5 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GEML 040430Z 09005KT 060V140 9999 FEW009 BKN020 24/23 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 156 ft
FEW 900 ft AGL
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,056 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,156 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Melilla Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 5 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 00:00Z and 10:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF GEML 032300Z 0400/0424 09007KT 9999 FEW020 TX29/0414Z TN22/0405Z PROB40 TEMPO 0400/0410 BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EML
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
4,701 ft 148 ft ASP 146°
2.5 kt 4.3 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 - GEML

13,567 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.9%
MVFR
16.1%
IFR
4%
LIFR
0.9%

Melilla Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.2 knots. Temperatures typically range between 6°C and 33°C with an average of 18.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 3.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
24%
N
4.4%
S
2.5%
W
29.7%
NE
4.9%
NW
19.9%
SE
9.8%
SW
1.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.1°C
Range: 6°C to 33°C
6°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

November December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 13,567 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Melilla Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GEML
IATA Code: MLN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 156 ft MSL

Location

City: Melilla
Country: ES
Latitude: 35.279800°
Longitude: -2.956260°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 4,701 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Melilla Airport

Overview

Melilla Airport serves the Spanish autonomous city of Melilla, located on the northwest coast of Africa. Positioned at 156 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the small Mediterranean enclave bordering Morocco. The airport supports regional and domestic air connectivity for this unique Spanish territory.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Melilla Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 87.8% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Western winds dominate at 270° with an average speed of 6.8 knots, rarely exceeding 23 knots. Pilots can expect stable visibility around 10 statute miles and minimal fog interference, with November through January offering the most consistent flying weather.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 15/33 is 4,701 feet long with an asphalt surface, situated in a geographically complex coastal region adjacent to North African terrain. The airport experiences minimal weather disruptions, with IFR conditions present in only 1.6% of observations. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 6°C to 31°C with an average of 18°C.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Average crosswind components are minimal at 4 knots, providing comfortable approach and landing scenarios for most aircraft. Pilots can anticipate predictable wind and visibility patterns that support consistent operational reliability.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.