Muscat International Airport

OOMS / MCT

Muscat, OM

Last Updated
Mar 5, 03:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
03:50Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
2 kt
Variable
7 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OOMS 050350Z VRB02KT 7000 FEW030 25/22 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 48 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,048 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (48 ft)
Pressure Alt
-35 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,177 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OOMS 042300Z 0500/0606 VRB02KT 8000 NSC BECMG 0508/0510 01012KT BECMG 0517/0519 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:14Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 8 km
08:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 10° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OMS
08L
26R
08R
26L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08L/26R 13,123 ft 197 ft ASP 85° No wind data
08R/26L 13,386 ft 148 ft ASP 85° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OOMS

3,941 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.6%
MVFR
9.7%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0%

Muscat International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 42°C with an average of 25.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 3.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.1%
NE
24.9%
E
12.9%
SE
1%
S
6.5%
SW
16.7%
W
11.3%
NW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.3°C
Range: 14°C to 42°C
14°C 42°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08L/26R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,941 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Muscat International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OOMS
IATA Code: MCT
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 48 ft MSL

Location

City: Muscat
Country: OM
Latitude: 23.593300°
Longitude: 58.284401°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-4

Runway Information

Runway 08L/26R
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 13,386 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Muscat International Airport

Overview

Muscat International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Oman, located in the capital city of Muscat. Situated at an elevation of 48 feet mean sea level, the airport is positioned at coordinates 23.593300, 58.284401, offering strategic access to the Arabian Peninsula. As a large airport, it supports extensive commercial and potentially military aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's location in Oman suggests a hot, arid climate with potential for significant thermal variations and potential dust or sand conditions. With two substantial asphalt runways (08L/26R at 13,123 ft and 08R/26L at 13,386 ft), the airport provides robust operational flexibility for various aircraft types and weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential heat-related performance considerations during approach and takeoff.

Notable Features

Muscat International Airport features two parallel runways oriented approximately 08/26, providing excellent wind coverage and operational redundancy. The substantial runway lengths (both over 13,000 feet) accommodate wide-body aircraft and offer significant margin for safe operations in the region's challenging environmental conditions. The airport's geographic position near the coast may introduce maritime meteorological influences.

Approach Considerations

Runway configuration allows for approaches from both 08 and 26 headings, with the substantial runway lengths providing flexibility in wind conditions. The parallel runway system enables simultaneous operations and provides alternative landing options. Pilots should be prepared for potential thermal turbulence and wind shifts typical of coastal desert environments.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.