La Gomera Airport

GCGM / GMZ

Alajero, La Gomera Island, ES

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
4,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GCGM 222130Z AUTO VRB02KT 9999 BKN048 17/12 Q1015 RMK R09/VRB02KT ARP/VRB02KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 716 ft
BKN 4,800 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,516 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

La Gomera Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 11:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (716 ft)
Pressure Alt
664 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,076 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF GCGM 222000Z 2221/2321 VRB04KT 9999 SCT035 TX23/2314Z TN16/2306Z PROB40 TEMPO 2311/2318 22010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CGM
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 4,921 ft 98 ft ASP 81° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GCGM

9,960 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.5%
MVFR
6.4%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.1%

La Gomera Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 38°C with an average of 19.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, December, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 5.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.1%
NE
6.1%
E
7.3%
SE
3%
S
8%
SW
32.1%
W
21%
NW
8.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.6°C
Range: 13°C to 38°C
13°C 38°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April December September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 9,960 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Gomera Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GCGM
IATA Code: GMZ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 716 ft MSL

Location

City: Alajero, La Gomera Island
Country: ES
Latitude: 28.029600°
Longitude: -17.214600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About La Gomera Airport

La Gomera Airport (GCGM/GMZ) is located in Alajero, La Gomera Island, ES at an elevation of 716 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 4,921 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 9,960 weather observations, GCGM experiences excellent VFR conditions 92.5% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at GCGM come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 6.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 32 knots. Runway 09/27 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.9 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, December, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 13°C (55°F) to 38°C (100°F), averaging 19.6°C (67°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.97 to 10.31 inHg (338-349 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 9,960 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.