Mfuwe Airport

FLMF / MFU

Mfuwe, ZM

Last Updated
Oct 23, 16:00Z

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Current Weather

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16:00Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
4 kt
200°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FLMF 231600Z 20004KT CAVOK 33/11 Q1012

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FLMF 032200Z 0400/0506 VRB03KT 9999 FEW055CB BECMG 0404/0406 09010KT BKN010 BECMG 0408/0410 07005KT BKN025TCU PROB30 TEMPO 0412/0412 -TSRA FEW035CB SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:24Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR 70° 5 kt
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LMF
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
7,218 ft 98 ft ASP 83°
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FLMF

131 observations | Sep 2025 - Oct 2025

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97.7%
MVFR
2.3%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Mfuwe Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.2 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 38°C with an average of 32.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 13 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.5%
NE
22.1%
E
47.8%
SE
15%
S
6.2%
SW
0%
W
0%
NW
2.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 32.9°C
Range: 20°C to 38°C
20°C 38°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 131 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Oct 2025). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mfuwe Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FLMF
IATA Code: MFU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,853 ft MSL

Location

City: Mfuwe
Country: ZM
Latitude: -13.258900°
Longitude: 31.936600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Mfuwe Airport

Overview

Mfuwe Airport serves the Mfuwe region in Zambia, situated at 1853 ft above mean sea level with coordinates -13.258900, 31.936600. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical access to the local area, supporting regional transportation and potentially tourism infrastructure in this part of Zambia.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences highly consistent VFR conditions, with 97.7% of observations indicating visual flight rules. Wind patterns are predominantly easterly at an average of 7.2 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 13 knots. Temperature ranges from 20°C to 38°C, with an average of 32.9°C, indicating a warm operational environment.

Notable Features

The single runway (09/27) is 7,218 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating a range of aircraft sizes. The airport's location suggests a terrain characteristic typical of the Zambian plateau, with relatively stable atmospheric conditions. Calm wind conditions occur in 2.7% of observations, indicating generally predictable wind patterns.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3 knots. September and October represent the best VFR months for operations, with consistently clear conditions. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with no recorded instances of reduced visibility below 3 miles.

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.