Malabo Airport

FGSL / SSG

Malabo, GQ

Last Updated
Apr 25, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FGSL 250800Z 00000KT 9999 TS SCT008 FEW018CB BKN060 28/26 Q1012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 76 ft
SCT 800 ft AGL
FEW 1,800 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
876 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,876 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,076 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Malabo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 26°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 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions between 11:00Z and 17:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 23:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 03:00Z and 09:00Z.

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.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (76 ft)
Pressure Alt
114 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,692 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FGSL 250500Z 2506/2612 25006KT 9999 SCT008 FEW018CB BECMG 2508/2510 BKN008 FEW018CB PROB40 TEMPO 2511/2517 3000 TSSHRA PROB40 TEMPO 2518/2523 4000 TSRA PROB40 TEMPO 2603/2609 4000 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:45Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
18:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GSL
04
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 9,647 ft 151 ft CON 42°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
42° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FGSL

4,860 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.3%
MVFR
15.5%
IFR
4.1%
LIFR
0%

Malabo Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.6 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.1°C (range: 22°C to 34°C). Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 100.2% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 6.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.6%
NE
1.3%
E
3.5%
SE
0.5%
S
2.4%
SW
25.8%
W
52.8%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.1°C
Range: 22°C to 34°C
22°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 100.2%

Best Months for VFR

November December March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,860 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Malabo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FGSL
IATA Code: SSG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 76 ft MSL

Location

City: Malabo
Country: GQ
Latitude: 3.755270°
Longitude: 8.708720°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 9,647 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Malabo Airport

Overview

Malabo Airport serves as a critical aviation hub for Equatorial Guinea, located in the capital city of Malabo on Bioko Island. Situated at a low elevation of 76 ft MSL, the airport provides essential connectivity for regional and international operations. The medium-sized airport features a single concrete runway (04/22) measuring 9,647 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Malabo Airport are predominantly VFR, with 84.1% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. Prevailing winds from the west (270°) average 5.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature remains consistently warm, ranging from 22°C to 32°C, with an average of 26.6°C, providing stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic position on Bioko Island presents unique environmental considerations for pilots. The runway alignment (04/22) benefits from highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% of wind observations supporting optimal runway operations. Calm wind conditions occur in 6.1% of observations, indicating generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

October through December represent the best VFR months for operations at Malabo Airport. The runway experiences an average crosswind of just 3 knots, facilitating relatively straightforward approach and landing procedures. With consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal low-visibility events, pilots can expect generally reliable approach conditions.

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

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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.