Gomel Airport

UMGG / GME

Gomel, BY

Last Updated
Jul 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
14 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UMGG 041800Z 28007MPS 9999 SCT037 BKN100 18/12 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 472 ft
SCT 3,700 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,172 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,472 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Gomel Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 14 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Fog, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 20:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 20:00Z and 06:00Z.

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.

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (472 ft)
Pressure Alt
600 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,073 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UMGG 041700Z 0418/0518 28006MPS 9999 BKN025 TEMPO 0418/0420 26006G11MPS 4000 -SHRA BR BKN015CB TEMPO 0420/0506 25004G09MPS 3000 -SHRA BR BKN010 BKN017CB PROB40 TEMPO 0420/0506 0300 FG VV003 TEMPO 0506/0518 27010G15MPS 3000 -TSRA BKN010 BKN015CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:36Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
20:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
20:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.3 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Fog
06:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MGG
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
8,428 ft 141 ft ASP 112°
14.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UMGG

11,022 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
47.3%
MVFR
26.3%
IFR
14.1%
LIFR
12.4%

Gomel Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 47.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.5% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, March, June.

Temperature Range

Average: 5.5°C
Range: -26°C to 32°C
-26°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.6%

Best Months for VFR

May March June

Statistics computed from 11,022 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gomel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UMGG
IATA Code: GME
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 472 ft MSL

Location

City: Gomel
Country: BY
Latitude: 52.527000°
Longitude: 31.016701°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 8,428 ft
Width: 141 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Gomel Airport

Overview

Gomel Airport serves the city of Gomel in Belarus, situated at an elevation of 472 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (10/28) extending 8,428 feet, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential military/commercial operations in eastern Belarus.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Gomel Airport demonstrate significant variability, with instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) prevalent approximately 42.6% of the time. Pilots can expect challenging flying conditions, particularly during non-summer months, with temperature ranges spanning from -22°C to 28°C and notable potential for reduced visibility scenarios.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location at coordinates 52.527000, 31.016701 positions it in a region with potentially complex terrain and meteorological interactions. The asphalt runway suggests standard infrastructure capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations with relatively predictable surface conditions.

Approach Considerations

With wind data indicating minimal prevailing wind characteristics, runway 10/28 provides flexible approach options. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with historical data showing VFR conditions occurring in only 25.7% of observations, necessitating comprehensive pre-flight weather briefing and instrument proficiency.

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.