Moi International Airport

HKMO / MBA

Mombasa, KE

Last Updated
Jun 10, 07:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
4 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
2,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HKMO 100730Z 23004KT 9999 BKN022 26/23 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 200 ft
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,400 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Moi International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (200 ft)
Pressure Alt
88 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,456 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HKMO 100500Z 1006/1112 22010KT 9999 SCT020 BKN080 BECMG 1009/1012 16010KT SCT026 BECMG 1015/1018 FEW023 BKN080 BECMG 1021/1024 22010KT FEW018 BECMG 1106/1109 15010KT BKN023
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
09:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 160° 10 kt
15:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR
Ceiling: 8,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KMO
03
21 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
10,991 ft 151 ft ASP 29°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
15/33 4,473 ft 118 ft ASP 150°
0.7 kt 3.9 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 - HKMO

10,342 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.9%
MVFR
17%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Moi International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 39°C with an average of 27.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 1.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
17.5%
N
5.4%
S
23.3%
W
2.4%
NE
12.3%
NW
2.5%
SE
18.5%
SW
16.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.7°C
Range: 15°C to 39°C
15°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

June September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 10,342 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Moi International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HKMO
IATA Code: MBA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 200 ft MSL

Location

City: Mombasa
Country: KE
Latitude: -4.034830°
Longitude: 39.594200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 10,991 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 4,473 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Moi International Airport

Overview

Moi International Airport serves as a primary aviation gateway for Mombasa, Kenya, located on the coastal region at an elevation of 200 feet mean sea level. The airport supports large aircraft operations with its substantial runway infrastructure, featuring two paved surfaces that accommodate diverse aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Coastal Kenya experiences tropical maritime weather characterized by significant humidity and potential convective activity. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal development and possible thunderstorm formations, particularly during the March-May and October-December rainy seasons, which could impact visibility and wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning near the Indian Ocean coastline presents unique meteorological considerations for aviators. The substantial primary runway (03/21) measuring 10,991 feet provides significant operational flexibility for large aircraft, while the secondary runway (15/33) at 4,473 feet offers additional approach and departure options.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21's extended length suggests it is the primary operational surface, likely preferred for larger commercial and international aircraft movements. Wind patterns and terrain will influence specific approach strategies, with pilots recommended to obtain current meteorological briefings to assess precise runway selection and potential wind gradient 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.