Macau International Airport

VMMC / MFM

Nossa Senhora do Carmo, MO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
11 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VMMC 221000Z 22011KT 9999 FEW015 SCT030 27/23 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 20 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,520 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,020 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Macau International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 11 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft, scattered at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°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. 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: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 02:00Z and 08:00Z.

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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (20 ft)
Pressure Alt
238 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,683 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VMMC 220500Z 2206/2312 20014KT 9999 FEW015 SCT025 TEMPO 2222/2302 4000 SHRA TEMPO 2302/2308 VRB15G25KT 2500 TSRA FEW008CB SCT015 BECMG 2309/2312 35008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
22:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MMC
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
10,544 ft 148 ft CON 160°
5.5 kt 9.5 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VMMC

9,961 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83%
MVFR
13%
IFR
3.8%
LIFR
0.2%

Macau International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 49 knots. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 33°C with an average of 22°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 9.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 49 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
36.9%
NE
7.9%
E
23.4%
SE
14.7%
S
11.9%
SW
1.7%
W
1.4%
NW
1.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 22°C
Range: 9°C to 33°C
9°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 9,961 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Macau International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VMMC
IATA Code: MFM
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 20 ft MSL

Location

City: Nossa Senhora do Carmo
Country: MO
Latitude: 22.149599°
Longitude: 113.592003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 10,544 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Macau International Airport

Overview

Macau International Airport serves as the primary aviation gateway for the Macau Special Administrative Region, located on the western side of the Pearl River Delta. Positioned at 20 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports international and regional air traffic with its substantial 10,544-foot concrete runway oriented at 16/34.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and coastal location suggest potential maritime weather influences, including possible sea breezes and variable visibility conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts due to the airport's proximity to complex terrain and water interfaces in the Pearl River Delta region.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 22.149599, 113.592003, Macau International Airport is characterized by its relatively flat terrain and single substantial runway. The concrete runway configuration provides flexibility for various aircraft types, supporting both commercial passenger and cargo operations in the region.

Approach Considerations

The 16/34 runway orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing, with wind direction playing a critical role in runway selection. Pilots should prepare for potential maritime meteorological variations that could impact approach and departure procedures in this coastal airport environment.

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.