Avalon Airport

YMAV / AVV

Lara, AU

Last Updated
Jun 10, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YMAV 101500Z AUTO 00000KT 9999 // NCD 08/07 Q1027

Weather Briefing

VFR

Avalon Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 20:00Z and 23:00Z.

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 YMAV 101134Z 1012/1112 28006KT 9999 SCT040 FM110000 09008KT CAVOK PROB30 1020/1023 2000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z FM110000
+9h
VFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
20:00Z PROB30
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MAV
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 10,000 ft 148 ft ASP 187°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
173° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YMAV

13,832 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.4%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
1%

Avalon Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 44°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 3.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.8%
NE
4%
E
7.2%
SE
9%
S
19%
SW
7%
W
25.8%
NW
14.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 16°C
Range: 2°C to 44°C
2°C 44°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.8 kt

Statistics computed from 13,832 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Avalon Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YMAV
IATA Code: AVV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 35 ft MSL

Location

City: Lara
Country: AU
Latitude: -38.039398°
Longitude: 144.468994°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Avalon Airport

Overview

Avalon Airport serves the Melbourne metropolitan area, located in Lara, approximately 55 kilometers southwest of Melbourne. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway measuring 10,000 feet, it supports a variety of aviation operations, including commercial, general aviation, and aerospace activities.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 86.1% of observations showing clear weather. Winds are consistently from the west at an average of 11.7 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 36 knots. Seasonal variations show optimal flying conditions in September, October, and December, with stable temperatures ranging from 2°C to 44°C.

Notable Features

Situated at a low elevation of 35 feet MSL, Avalon Airport offers relatively flat terrain with minimal geographical obstacles. The airport's single runway (18/36) is fully asphalted and demonstrates wind conditions favorable for operations 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of only 7.9 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with consistently westerly winds and excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The runway alignment allows for straightforward approaches with minimal wind-related complications, and the long 10,000-foot runway provides ample landing and takeoff options for various aircraft types.

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.