Marsa Alam International Airport

HEMA / RMF

Marsa Alam, EG

Last Updated
Mar 5, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
10 kt
310°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HEMA 050100Z 31010KT CAVOK 16/12 Q1018 NOSIG
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (213 ft)
Pressure Alt
71 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 242 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF HEMA 042300Z 0500/0606 30006G18KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:09Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EMA
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
11,253 ft 148 ft ASP 150°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - HEMA

3,754 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.6%
MVFR
4%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.1%

Marsa Alam International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 39°C with an average of 23.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 10.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
29.6%
NE
3.5%
E
3.6%
SE
1.7%
S
2.7%
SW
4%
W
19.7%
NW
34.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.3°C
Range: 12°C to 39°C
12°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,754 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Marsa Alam International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HEMA
IATA Code: RMF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 213 ft MSL

Location

City: Marsa Alam
Country: EG
Latitude: 25.555548°
Longitude: 34.592450°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 11,253 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Marsa Alam International Airport

Overview

Marsa Alam International Airport serves the Red Sea coastal region of Egypt, located at 25.555548N, 34.592450E with an elevation of 213 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport supports regional and tourist aviation operations in a strategically important coastal area of Egypt.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Marsa Alam are consistently favorable for flying, with 95.3% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences a prevailing northwest wind at 315° with an average speed of 10.6 knots, and temperatures ranging from 12°C to 39°C, with an average of 24.2°C. September, October, and December represent the most consistently excellent VFR flying months.

Notable Features

The single runway 15/33 is 11,253 feet long with an asphalt surface, positioned to take full advantage of the predominant northwest winds. The airport's coastal location suggests potential for variable sea-level wind conditions, though observations indicate consistent directional predictability. Terrain surrounding the airport appears to be relatively flat with minimal obstruction challenges.

Approach Considerations

With runway 15/33 experiencing 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 4.4 knots, pilots can expect straightforward approach and landing conditions. Visibility averages an excellent 10 statute miles, with zero instances of observations below 3 miles and no reported fog conditions. Standard approach planning should focus on the consistent northwest wind pattern.

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.