Malindi Airport

HKML / MYD

Malindi, KE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
5 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HKML 041000Z 15005KT 9999 -RA BKN020 27/26 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 80 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,080 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KML
08
26 ✈️
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
3,701 ft 0 ft UNK
1.7 kt 4.7 kt
110° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
4,600 ft 0 ft UNK
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - HKML

2,539 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.6%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Malindi Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 10.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 155 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.8% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28°C (range: 21°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are November, December, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 10.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 155 kt
Calm Winds: 12.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.3%
NE
13.8%
E
30.9%
SE
12.4%
S
26.5%
SW
1.4%
W
0.2%
NW
0.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 28°C
Range: 21°C to 33°C
21°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November December February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 2,539 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Malindi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HKML
IATA Code: MYD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 80 ft MSL

Location

City: Malindi
Country: KE
Latitude: -3.229310°
Longitude: 40.101700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,701 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,600 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Malindi Airport

Overview

Malindi Airport serves the coastal region of Kenya, located near the Indian Ocean in the southeastern part of the country. As a medium-sized airport with two runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Malindi area, supporting both regional and local air transportation needs. The airport sits at a low elevation of 80 feet above mean sea level, typical of coastal Kenyan terrain.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 84.2% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The airport experiences consistent southerly winds averaging 10.7 knots, with temperatures ranging from 21°C to 33°C. November, December, and September represent the most favorable months for VFR flying, offering optimal weather conditions for aircraft operations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 08/26 at 3,701 feet and 17/35 at 4,600 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. Both runways demonstrate favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and relatively low average crosswind speeds. The airport's coastal location suggests potential for rapid weather changes and sea-influenced wind patterns.

Approach Considerations

With a prevailing wind from the south (180°) and consistently low crosswind conditions, both runways offer predictable approach characteristics. Runway 08/26 experiences an average crosswind of 7.1 knots, while Runway 17/35 has a slightly lower average crosswind of 5.8 knots. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions with high visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

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.