Melbourne Orlando International Airport

KMLB / MLB

Melbourne, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 12:24Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
12:24Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
10 kt
150°
10 SM
Visibility
6,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KMLB 101224Z 15010KT 10SM SCT017 SCT042 BKN065 24/22 A3008 RMK AO2 RAE21 P0002 T02390222

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 33 ft
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
SCT 4,200 ft AGL
BKN 6,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,733 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,233 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,533 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Melbourne Orlando International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 10 knots. Runway 09L/27R is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 6500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (33 ft)
Pressure Alt
-140 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 948 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMLB 101122Z 1012/1112 11008KT P6SM VCSH BKN022 BKN030 OVC070 FM101500 11009KT P6SM VCSH SCT025 SCT040 BKN060 FM101900 11011KT P6SM FEW035 SCT180 FM110100 13007KT P6SM FEW050 SCT070 SCT140
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:56Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,200 ft
15:00Z FM101500
+3h
VFR 110° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
19:00Z FM101900
+7h
VFR 110° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MLB
05
23 ✈️
09L ✈️
27R
09R ✈️
27L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
3,001 ft 75 ft ASP 42°
1.7 kt 9.8 kt
80° angle
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 09L
6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
5.0 kt 8.7 kt
60° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 09R
10,181 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
5.0 kt 8.7 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 - KMLB

7,641 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.6%
MVFR
13.2%
IFR
2.7%
LIFR
1.5%

Melbourne Orlando International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 8.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
20.6%
N
11.1%
S
6.1%
W
12.8%
NE
14.6%
NW
10.7%
SE
9.4%
SW
6.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.6°C
Range: -4°C to 36°C
-4°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.2%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

November February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,641 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Melbourne Orlando International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMLB
IATA Code: MLB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 33 ft MSL

Location

City: Melbourne
Country: US
Latitude: 28.102800°
Longitude: -80.645302°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,001 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 10,181 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Melbourne Orlando International Airport

Overview

Melbourne Orlando International Airport serves Florida's Space Coast region, strategically located near NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The medium-sized airport handles diverse aviation operations with three paved runways ranging from 3,001 to 10,181 feet in length. Its proximity to Orlando and coastal Florida makes it a significant regional aviation hub.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 83.3% of the time, with marginal VFR occurring 11.9% of observations. The airport experiences mild temperatures averaging 21.2°C, with a broad range from 1°C to 32°C. Wind patterns are generally northerly at an average of 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots and calm conditions present 10.4% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport sits at a low elevation of 33 feet mean sea level, characteristic of Florida's coastal terrain. All three runways have asphalt surfaces and offer consistent wind coverage, with each runway experiencing 100% favorable wind conditions. The longest runway (09R/27L) at 10,181 feet provides substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Winter months (November, January, December) offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions. Average crosswinds remain relatively modest at 4.8 knots across all runways. Visibility typically exceeds 9.5 statute miles, with limited periods of reduced visibility (below 3SM occurring only 1.4% of the time) and minimal fog presence (1.7% of observations).

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.