Mardin Airport

LTCR / MQM

Mardin, TR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 03:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 1 hour ago
03:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
4 kt
50°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LTCR 230350Z 05004KT CAVOK 15/09 Q1013

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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 LTCR 230140Z 2303/2312 VRB02KT CAVOK BECMG 2305/2308 FEW040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
05:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCR
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
8,204 ft 148 ft CON 37°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LTCR

4,400 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.4%
MVFR
5.7%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
0.5%

Mardin Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 7.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.2%
NE
16.5%
E
18.5%
SE
8.4%
S
6.7%
SW
8.5%
W
9%
NW
3.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 14°C
Range: -7°C to 36°C
-7°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,400 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mardin Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LTCR
IATA Code: MQM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,729 ft MSL

Location

City: Mardin
Country: TR
Latitude: 37.223301°
Longitude: 40.631699°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 8,204 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Mardin Airport

Overview

Mardin Airport (LTCR) serves the southeastern Turkish city of Mardin, situated at an elevation of 1729 ft MSL. Located at coordinates 37.223301, 40.631699, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs. The airport features a single concrete runway (03/21) with a substantial length of 8204 feet.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Mardin Airport are predominantly favorable for aviation, with VFR conditions present 91.3% of the time. Pilots can expect stable flying conditions, with an average temperature of 16°C and a wide range from -7°C to 36°C. September, October, and November offer the most consistent VFR weather, with an average wind speed of 6.6 knots and a prevailing northerly wind direction.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location in southeastern Turkey presents unique terrain considerations for pilots. With a relatively high elevation of 1729 ft MSL, operators should be mindful of potential density altitude effects during warmer months. The runway experiences calm wind conditions 10.7% of the time, with maximum recorded wind speeds reaching 28 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 offers highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 4.1 knots. Visibility averages an excellent 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog occurs only 0.7% of the time). Pilots can expect consistently good approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of September through November.

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.