Miri Airport

WBGR / MYY

Miri, MY

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WBGR 142200Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW002 SCT016 24/24 Q1008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 59 ft
FEW 200 ft AGL
SCT 1,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
259 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,659 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Miri Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 200 ft, scattered at 1,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 21:00Z.

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. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF WBGR 141700Z 1418/1518 VRB03KT 9999 FEW016 TEMPO 1418/1421 25007KT 5000 TSRA FEW015CB SCT016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BGR
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 9,006 ft 197 ft ASP 25° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - WBGR

5,622 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.1%
MVFR
11%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.2%

Miri Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.4% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.1°C (range: 21°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are October, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 11.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
14%
NE
10.2%
E
14.1%
SE
9.5%
S
6.9%
SW
5%
W
11.6%
NW
17.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.1°C
Range: 21°C to 35°C
21°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,622 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Miri Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WBGR
IATA Code: MYY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 59 ft MSL

Location

City: Miri
Country: MY
Latitude: 4.322010°
Longitude: 113.987000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,006 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Miri Airport

Overview

Miri Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Sarawak, Malaysia, situated at 4.322010, 113.987000 with an elevation of 59 feet MSL. The airport features a single runway 02/20 measuring 9,006 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and commercial aviation operations in the northeastern part of Borneo.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Miri Airport are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 91.7% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The prevailing westerly winds average 5.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 16 knots, and wind calm 9.9% of the time. Temperature ranges consistently between 22°C and 34°C, with an average of 26.9°C, providing stable thermal conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway is oriented 02/20, positioned in a region with minimal terrain complexity. Pilots can expect stable atmospheric conditions with extremely low occurrence of restricted visibility, as evidenced by an average visibility of 10 statute miles and zero reported instances of fog. September, October, and November represent the most favorable months for visual flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind component of just 3.6 knots. The extended 9,006-foot runway provides substantial landing and takeoff distance, accommodating a variety of aircraft types with minimal wind-related operational restrictions.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.