Abrolhos Rat Island

YRAT

, AU

Last Updated
May 14, 21:30Z

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Currently using: YGEL
Weather Source: Geraldton Airport (YGEL)
Distance: 49nm / 90km from YRAT

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
3 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YGEL 142130Z AUTO 12003KT 9999 // SCT043 13/12 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
SCT 4,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,316 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Abrolhos Rat Island is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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 18 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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 YGEL 141703Z 1418/1512 15006KT 9999 SCT020 BKN030 FM142100 13008KT 9999 SCT045 FM150400 21012KT 9999 FEW045 FM150900 18005KT 9999 FEW040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:03Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
04:00Z FM150400
+6h
VFR 210° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:00Z FM150900
+11h
VFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RAT
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
1,716 ft 0 ft gravel 180°
1.5 kt 2.6 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Abrolhos Rat Island - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YRAT
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -28.719700°
Longitude: 113.784500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 1,716 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: gravel
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Abrolhos Rat Island

Abrolhos Rat Island (YRAT) is located in , AU at an elevation of 16 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 1,716 feet.

Airport Overview

Abrolhos Rat Island serves in AU. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (18/36) with gravel surface. The longest runway measures 1,716 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the CASA publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Australian AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from YRAT, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.