Owen Roberts International Airport

MWCR / GCM

George Town, KY

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
03:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MWCR 040300Z 00000KT 9999 FEW018 27/26 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 8 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,808 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Owen Roberts International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 5.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 26°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 remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MWCR 032300Z 0400/0424 07008KT 9999 BKN018 PROB40 TEMPO 0400/0406 9000 TSRA FEW016CB PROB40 TEMPO 0406/0412 9000 SHRA BKN018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:05Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WCR
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 7,021 ft 148 ft ASP 76°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
76° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MWCR

5,158 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.7%
MVFR
7.6%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0.1%

Owen Roberts International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 9.1 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28°C (range: 19°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are July, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
29.6%
N
10.6%
S
2.1%
W
1.3%
NE
41.1%
NW
2.5%
SE
10.4%
SW
1.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 28°C
Range: 19°C to 34°C
19°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

July April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 5,158 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Owen Roberts International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MWCR
IATA Code: GCM
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 8 ft MSL

Location

City: George Town
Country: KY
Latitude: 19.292801°
Longitude: -81.357697°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,021 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Owen Roberts International Airport

Overview

Owen Roberts International Airport serves as the primary aviation gateway for Grand Cayman in the Cayman Islands. Located in George Town, this large airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Caribbean region. Its strategic position and substantial runway length of 7,021 feet make it a significant hub for regional and international air traffic.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 8 feet mean sea level contributes to generally stable atmospheric conditions typical of Caribbean maritime environments. Pilots can expect warm temperatures and potential maritime weather patterns throughout the year. Wind conditions along the 08/26 runway axis will be a primary consideration for approach and landing strategies.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (08/26) is constructed with asphalt, providing a durable surface for diverse aircraft operations. Its geographic coordinates at 19.292801, -81.357697 position the airport in a coastal setting, which may introduce unique wind and visibility dynamics. The relatively low elevation minimizes significant terrain-related complications for approaching aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26's extended length of 7,021 feet accommodates a wide range of aircraft types and provides substantial operational flexibility. Prevailing wind patterns will likely influence runway selection, with pilots advised to monitor current meteorological conditions during approach. The airport's coastal location may present typical maritime approach considerations such as potential wind shear or sea-level visibility variations.

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.