Kawama Airport

MUKW / VRO

Santa Marta, CU

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:50Z

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Currently using: MUVR
Weather Source: Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (MUVR)
Distance: 9nm / 17km from MUKW

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
03:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
5 kt
130°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MUVR 050350Z 13005KT 9000 FEW030 24/23 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,016 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kawama Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 5 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

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. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Rain between 00:00Z and 04:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 00:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MUVR 042300Z 0500/0524 16005KT 9000 SCT020 TEMPO 0500/0504 5000 TSRA RA FEW018CB BKN030 BECMG 0516/0518 03010KT TEMPO 0521/0524 5000 TSRA SHRA SCT018CB BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 9 km
16:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 30° 10 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UKW
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
4,850 ft 148 ft ASP 61°
1.7 kt 4.7 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kawama Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MUKW
IATA Code: VRO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Santa Marta
Country: CU
Latitude: 23.124001°
Longitude: -81.301598°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 4,850 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kawama Airport

Overview

Kawama Airport serves the Santa Marta region in Cuba, functioning as a medium-sized airport with critical regional connectivity. Located at coordinates 23.124001, -81.301598, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area, situated at a low elevation of 16 ft mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Being near coastal Cuba, pilots can anticipate variable maritime weather influences that may impact flight operations. The airport's low elevation suggests minimal terrain-induced wind variations, though standard coastal wind patterns should be expected and monitored during pre-flight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (06/24) measuring 4,850 feet with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographical positioning near Santa Marta indicates potential maritime and coastal environmental interactions that could affect local aeronautical conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 offers flexibility for approaches depending on prevailing wind conditions, with the 4,850-foot asphalt surface providing adequate length for most medium-sized aircraft. Pilots should conduct standard wind assessments and utilize runway heading based on current meteorological conditions during arrival and departure planning.

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.