Gomel Airport

UMGG / GME

Gomel, BY

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
14 kt
230° G19 kt
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UMGG 040900Z 23007G10MPS 9999 SCT053CB BKN100 04/01 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 472 ft
SCT 5,300 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,772 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,472 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (472 ft)
Pressure Alt
360 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -847 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UMGG 040459Z 0406/0506 24004G09MPS 9999 BKN015 BECMG 0411/0413 28006MPS TEMPO 0411/0416 26006G11MPS TEMPO 0418/0506 3000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:30Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
11:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR
11:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR
18:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MGG
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
8,428 ft 141 ft ASP 112°
9.0 kt 10.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UMGG

6,467 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
27.7%
MVFR
31.4%
IFR
21.1%
LIFR
19.8%

Gomel Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 27.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 40.9% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Temperature Range

Average: 0.6°C
Range: -26°C to 28°C
-26°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.1%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Statistics computed from 6,467 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gomel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UMGG
IATA Code: GME
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 472 ft MSL

Location

City: Gomel
Country: BY
Latitude: 52.527000°
Longitude: 31.016701°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 8,428 ft
Width: 141 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Gomel Airport

Overview

Gomel Airport serves the city of Gomel in Belarus, situated at an elevation of 472 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (10/28) extending 8,428 feet, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential military/commercial operations in eastern Belarus.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Gomel Airport demonstrate significant variability, with instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) prevalent approximately 42.6% of the time. Pilots can expect challenging flying conditions, particularly during non-summer months, with temperature ranges spanning from -22°C to 28°C and notable potential for reduced visibility scenarios.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location at coordinates 52.527000, 31.016701 positions it in a region with potentially complex terrain and meteorological interactions. The asphalt runway suggests standard infrastructure capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations with relatively predictable surface conditions.

Approach Considerations

With wind data indicating minimal prevailing wind characteristics, runway 10/28 provides flexible approach options. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with historical data showing VFR conditions occurring in only 25.7% of observations, necessitating comprehensive pre-flight weather briefing and instrument proficiency.

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.