Katima Mulilo Airport

FYKM / MPA

Mpacha, NA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
0 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FYKM 230000Z AUTO 00000KT //// // ////// 19/18 Q1018

Weather Briefing

VFR

Katima Mulilo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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 9 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 FYKM 222000Z 2221/2306 16005KT 9999 FEW025 BECMG 2300/2302 10008KT SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YKM
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 7,520 ft 128 ft ASP 80°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FYKM

3,076 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.2%
MVFR
1.8%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Katima Mulilo Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.2% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 39°C with an average of 25°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 18.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.1%
NE
20%
E
25.7%
SE
5.4%
S
5.5%
SW
2.6%
W
4.9%
NW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 25°C
Range: 13°C to 39°C
13°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 3,076 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Katima Mulilo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FYKM
IATA Code: MPA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,144 ft MSL

Location

City: Mpacha
Country: NA
Latitude: -17.634258°
Longitude: 24.176688°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,520 ft
Width: 128 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Katima Mulilo Airport

Overview

Katima Mulilo Airport serves the Mpacha region in Namibia, situated at an elevation of 3144 feet above mean sea level. The medium-sized airport features a single asphalt runway (09/27) with a substantial length of 7,520 feet, supporting regional aviation operations in this southeastern Namibian location.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences exceptionally stable visual flight conditions, with VFR conditions present 98.1% of the time. Wind patterns are predominantly easterly at 90 degrees, averaging 4.3 knots with maximum gusts to 16 knots, and calm conditions occurring 15.7% of the time. September, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for aviation.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning at coordinates -17.634258, 24.176688 places it in a region with significant temperature variability, ranging from 13°C to 39°C with an average of 26°C. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with no recorded instances of fog or significant visibility restrictions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with winds supporting operations 100% of the time. The average crosswind is minimal at 2.3 knots, providing predictable and stable approach conditions. Pilots can expect consistently reliable wind and visibility conditions that facilitate straightforward arrivals and departures.

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.