Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport

MUVR / VRA

Matanzas, CU

Last Updated
Jun 9, 22:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
22:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
8 kt
50°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MUVR 092250Z 05008KT 9000 FEW018CB SCT090 29/24 Q1016 RMK CB AT II AND III QUAD

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 210 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,010 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,210 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 9,000 feet and 9 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 8 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft (CB), scattered at 9,000 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 01:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (210 ft)
Pressure Alt
128 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,858 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MUVR 091700Z 0918/1018 07010KT 9000 SCT020 TEMPO 0920/1001 VRB10KT 4000 TSRA SCT018CB BKN020 BECMG 1001/1003 VRB04KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 9 km
01:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR VRB 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UVR
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
11,490 ft 148 ft ASP 56°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MUVR

6,506 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.1%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.7%

Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 35°C with an average of 23.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are June, February, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
27%
N
15.2%
S
7.5%
W
1.7%
NE
25.5%
NW
4.6%
SE
15.9%
SW
2.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.7°C
Range: 7°C to 35°C
7°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

June February April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,506 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MUVR
IATA Code: VRA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 210 ft MSL

Location

City: Matanzas
Country: CU
Latitude: 23.034401°
Longitude: -81.435303°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 11,490 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport

Overview

Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport serves the Matanzas region in Cuba, functioning as a significant international gateway. Located at coordinates 23.034401, -81.435303, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the area. Its substantial 11,490-foot runway enables handling of large commercial and international aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 210 feet mean sea level, the airport experiences typical Caribbean coastal weather patterns with potential for variable wind conditions. The airport's geographical position suggests potential for thermal variations and occasional maritime air masses. Pilots should anticipate standard tropical meteorological dynamics that could influence flight planning and approach strategies.

Notable Features

The single runway (06/24) is constructed with asphalt, providing a robust surface for heavy aircraft movements. The airport's elevation of 210 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment without significant terrain complications. Its geographic location suggests potential interactions with coastal atmospheric conditions that could impact flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24's extended length of 11,490 feet offers substantial operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing phases. Pilots should conduct standard wind assessment and runway selection protocols consistent with prevailing meteorological 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.