Nador Al Aaroui International Airport

GMMW / NDR

Al Aaroui, MA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
5 kt
320°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GMMW 042000Z 32005KT 8000 SCT013 11/08 Q1014 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 574 ft
SCT 1,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,874 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (574 ft)
Pressure Alt
552 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 210 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF GMMW 041700Z 0418/0524 35015KT 8000 BKN010 PROB30 0419/0423 5000 RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 350° 15 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MMW
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
9,842 ft 148 ft ASP 78°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GMMW

4,285 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
35.6%
MVFR
51.8%
IFR
9.4%
LIFR
3.2%

Nador Al Aaroui International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 35.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.3%
NE
17.5%
E
7.3%
SE
4.1%
S
9.2%
SW
23.3%
W
18.5%
NW
15.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.1°C
Range: 2°C to 34°C
2°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

November September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,285 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nador Al Aaroui International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GMMW
IATA Code: NDR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 574 ft MSL

Location

City: Al Aaroui
Country: MA
Latitude: 34.988800°
Longitude: -3.028210°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Nador Al Aaroui International Airport

Overview

Nador Al Aaroui International Airport serves the northeastern Moroccan coastal region, situated at an elevation of 574 feet MSL near the Mediterranean coastline. The airport provides medium-scale aviation infrastructure for commercial and potential regional operations in the Al Aaroui area. Its strategic location offers access to the urban centers of Nador and the surrounding maritime region.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological observations indicate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 89.9% of recorded periods supporting visual (VFR) or marginal visual (MVFR) flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the southwest at 225 degrees, with an average speed of 6.7 knots and occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Seasonal temperature variations range from 2°C to 34°C, with an average of 15.6°C, providing generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (08/26) extending 9,842 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Its coastal proximity suggests potential for maritime weather influences, including occasional visibility shifts and wind variability. The terrain surrounding the airport appears relatively flat, with minimal reported obstructions affecting standard flight approaches.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of just 3.9 knots. Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of November, September, and December. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility and only 2.2% of observations reporting fog conditions.

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.