Avalon Airport

YMAV / AVV

Lara, AU

Last Updated
Mar 15, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
6 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YMAV 151130Z AUTO 15006KT 9999 // NCD 17/14 Q1020

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 from the south-southeast (150°) at 6 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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: Light Rain, Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with 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 YMAV 151111Z 1512/1612 16008KT 9999 SCT013 FM152000 16006KT 9999 BKN013 BECMG 1523/1600 15010KT 9999 -RA BKN018 FM160600 12010KT 9999 -RA SCT006 BKN018 TEMPO 1512/1520 9999 BKN013 TEMPO 1606/1612 4000 RA BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z FM152000
+8h
MVFR 160° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
23:00Z BECMG
+11h
MVFR 150° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MAV
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
10,000 ft 148 ft ASP 187°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YMAV

9,108 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.5%
MVFR
14.8%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
0.1%

Avalon Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 11.2 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: 11.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.2%
NE
2.6%
E
7.9%
SE
10.1%
S
22.6%
SW
7.6%
W
25.6%
NW
13.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.7°C
Range: 2°C to 44°C
2°C 44°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.1 kt

Statistics computed from 9,108 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.