Melilla Airport

GEML / MLN

Melilla, ES

Last Updated
Mar 4, 12:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
12:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
12 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GEML 041230Z 29012KT 240V340 9999 FEW011 SCT017 FEW035CB 17/11 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 156 ft
FEW 1,100 ft AGL
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
FEW 3,500 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,256 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,856 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,656 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF GEML 041100Z 0412/0512 27008KT 8000 FEW008 SCT020 TX16/0414Z TN12/0507Z PROB30 TEMPO 0412/0418 28016G28KT 3000 TSRA FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:38Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EML
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
4,701 ft 148 ft ASP 146°
9.2 kt 7.7 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GEML

7,841 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.4%
MVFR
12.9%
IFR
2.8%
LIFR
1%

Melilla Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 6°C and 31°C with an average of 17.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.1%
NE
3.2%
E
16.2%
SE
9.1%
S
3%
SW
2.3%
W
35.7%
NW
23.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.3°C
Range: 6°C to 31°C
6°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

November December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 7,841 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Melilla Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GEML
IATA Code: MLN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 156 ft MSL

Location

City: Melilla
Country: ES
Latitude: 35.279800°
Longitude: -2.956260°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 4,701 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Melilla Airport

Overview

Melilla Airport serves the Spanish autonomous city of Melilla, located on the northwest coast of Africa. Positioned at 156 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the small Mediterranean enclave bordering Morocco. The airport supports regional and domestic air connectivity for this unique Spanish territory.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Melilla Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 87.8% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Western winds dominate at 270° with an average speed of 6.8 knots, rarely exceeding 23 knots. Pilots can expect stable visibility around 10 statute miles and minimal fog interference, with November through January offering the most consistent flying weather.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 15/33 is 4,701 feet long with an asphalt surface, situated in a geographically complex coastal region adjacent to North African terrain. The airport experiences minimal weather disruptions, with IFR conditions present in only 1.6% of observations. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 6°C to 31°C with an average of 18°C.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Average crosswind components are minimal at 4 knots, providing comfortable approach and landing scenarios for most aircraft. Pilots can anticipate predictable wind and visibility patterns that support consistent operational reliability.

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
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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.