Menorca Airport

LEMH / MAH

Mahón (Maó), ES

Last Updated
May 14, 21:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
4 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEMH 142130Z 26004KT 9999 FEW045 16/12 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 302 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,802 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Menorca Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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. Expected weather includes: Rain, Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 15 knots. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain, Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z and 15:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain, Showers Rain between 14:00Z and 21:00Z.

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 LEMH 142000Z 1421/1521 VRB04KT 9999 FEW020 TX20/1515Z TN09/1505Z PROB30 TEMPO 1500/1509 RA SHRA FEW030TCU BECMG 1507/1509 29012KT TEMPO 1508/1515 28015G25KT PROB30 TEMPO 1514/1521 RA SHRA FEW030TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Rain, Showers Rain
07:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 290° 12 kt
08:00Z TEMPO
+11h
VFR 280° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EMH
01L
19R ✈️
01
19 ✈️
01R
19L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
8,366 ft 148 ft ASP
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
✈️ 01L/19R
Active: 19R
7,710 ft 148 ft ASP
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
✈️ 01R/19L
Active: 19L
6,890 ft 148 ft ASP
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LEMH

11,306 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.8%
MVFR
11.2%
IFR
3.7%
LIFR
1.3%

Menorca Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperatures typically range between 5°C and 29°C with an average of 15.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.1%
NE
11.5%
E
14.5%
SE
6.8%
S
8.1%
SW
16.5%
W
15.8%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.2°C
Range: 5°C to 29°C
5°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 01L/19R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 01R/19L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 11,306 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Menorca Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LEMH
IATA Code: MAH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 302 ft MSL

Location

City: Mahón (Maó)
Country: ES
Latitude: 39.862598°
Longitude: 4.218650°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,366 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 01L/19R
Length: 7,710 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Menorca Airport

Overview

Menorca Airport serves the Balearic island of Menorca, located in the Mediterranean Sea off Spain's eastern coast. As a medium-sized airport with three runways ranging from 6,890 to 8,366 feet, it supports regional and international air traffic. The airport is situated near Mahón at an elevation of 302 feet mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Menorca Airport are predominantly VFR, with 86.6% of observations showing visual flight rules. Prevailing winds are from the north at an average of 8.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature ranges from 5°C to 29°C, with an average of 16°C, providing generally stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

All three runways are asphalted and oriented 01/19, offering multiple landing options with favorable wind alignments. The airport experiences consistent wind patterns, with 100% favorable wind conditions across all runways and an average crosswind of 4.6 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility or fog.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the best months for VFR operations, with optimal weather conditions. The airport's multiple runways provide flexibility for approaches, with consistent wind patterns supporting predictable landing scenarios. Pilots should anticipate north-oriented winds and prepare for potential light crosswind conditions during approach and landing.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.