Murmansk Airport

ULMM / MMK

Murmansk, RU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
2 kt
120°
7 km
Visibility
2,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ULMM 041800Z 12001MPS 7000 -SHSN BKN028CB M08/M09 Q1006 R13/490140 NOSIG RMK QFE748

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 266 ft
BKN 2,800 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,066 ft AMSL
QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (266 ft)
Pressure Alt
484 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -2,212 ft
ISA Deviation: -22.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ULMM 041650Z 0418/0518 14003G08MPS 6000 BKN016CB TEMPO 0418/0421 4000 -SHSN TEMPO 0421/0506 0800 FZFG VV003 TEMPO 0506/0515 3100 -SHSN BKN011CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:21Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
21:00Z TEMPO
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.8 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Freezing Fog
06:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 3.1 km
Ceiling: 1,100 ft
Light Showers Snow

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LMM
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
8,202 ft 148 ft CON 146°
2.0 kt 0.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ULMM

9,114 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
45.2%
MVFR
29.5%
IFR
14.9%
LIFR
10.4%

Murmansk Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 45.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.3% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -37°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, October.

Temperature Range

Average: -7°C
Range: -37°C to 22°C
-37°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.1%

Best Months for VFR

September February October

Statistics computed from 9,114 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Murmansk Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ULMM
IATA Code: MMK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 266 ft MSL

Location

City: Murmansk
Country: RU
Latitude: 68.781700°
Longitude: 32.750801°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Murmansk Airport

Overview

Murmansk Airport serves the northern Russian city of Murmansk, located near the Arctic Circle at 68.78°N latitude. Situated at an elevation of 266 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Kola Peninsula region, supporting both civilian and potentially military aviation operations in this strategically important northern territory.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate variable weather conditions characterized by significant visual flight rule (VFR) limitations. Statistical data indicates that only 43.5% of observations support full VFR conditions, with 30.4% marginal VFR and 26.1% instrument flight conditions. Temperature ranges dramatically from -37°C to 22°C, with an average of -4.6°C, presenting potential challenges for aircraft performance and cold-weather operations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (13/31) spans 8,202 feet with a concrete surface, accommodating medium to large aircraft. Its high-latitude location near 68.78°N presents unique navigational considerations, including potential magnetic variation effects and reduced daylight during winter months. The surrounding terrain is characteristic of the Arctic coastal region, with potential for rapidly changing meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Given the limited wind data provided, runway 13/31 remains the primary approach option. Pilots should prepare for potential reduced visibility, with the statistical record showing an average visibility of 10 statute miles and 8.7% occurrence of fog. September, January, and October historically offer the most consistent visual flying conditions based on the provided meteorological 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

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.