Pemba Airport

FQPB / POL

Pemba, MZ

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FQPB 180700Z /////KT 9999 SCT020 28/25 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 331 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,331 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pemba Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Wind data is not available.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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 FQPB 180400Z 1806/1906 VRB03KT 9999 FEW020 TX31/1813Z TN25/1903Z BECMG 1810/1812 02006KT BECMG 1816/1818 09008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 20° 6 kt
16:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 90° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
QPB
08
26
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
08/26 2,625 ft 98 ft ASP 78°
17/35 5,905 ft 148 ft ASP 160°

Weather Statistics - FQPB

4,455 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.3%
MVFR
5.7%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.2%

Pemba Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from 17°C to 67°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 13 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
0%
NE
16.7%
E
25%
SE
33.3%
S
16.7%
SW
8.3%
W
0%
NW
0%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.3°C
Range: 17°C to 67°C
17°C 67°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,455 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pemba Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FQPB
IATA Code: POL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 331 ft MSL

Location

City: Pemba
Country: MZ
Latitude: -12.993302°
Longitude: 40.524867°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,625 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,905 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pemba Airport

Overview

Pemba Airport serves the coastal city of Pemba in Mozambique, functioning as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at 331 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northern Mozambique region. Its two asphalted runways support diverse aviation needs in this coastal area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Pemba Airport are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 96.6% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Southeast winds prevail at an average of 7.7 knots, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with September, October, and January presenting the most consistently favorable flying weather.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a shorter 2,625-foot runway (08/26) and a longer 5,905-foot runway (17/35). Both runways are paved and offer 100% favorable wind alignments, with modest average crosswind components of 6.1 knots for 08/26 and 3.8 knots for 17/35. The airport's coastal location at -12.993302, 40.524867 suggests potential maritime meteorological influences.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate consistent southeast winds when planning approaches, which align favorably with both runways. The substantial length of runway 17/35 provides flexibility for various aircraft types. With minimal occurrences of marginal or instrument flight conditions, visual approaches are typically standard at this airport.

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

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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.