Kawama Airport

MUKW / VRO

Santa Marta, CU

Last Updated
May 14, 22:50Z

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
22:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
4 kt
130°
9 km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MUVR 142250Z 13004KT 9000 FEW030 BKN090 24/23 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,016 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,016 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kawama Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 9 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

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. 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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 01:00Z.

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 141700Z 1418/1518 32010KT 9000 BKN020 TEMPO 1418/1501 3000 TSRA SHRA SCT018CB BKN030 BECMG 1500/1503 VRB04KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:59Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 320° 10 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
00:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR VRB 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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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°
1.4 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

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.