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MVFRKualanamu International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,700 feet and 6 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 5 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,700 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 25°C (77°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. 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: Haze, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z.
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. 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
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12,303 ft | 197 ft | asphalt/concrete | 0° |
↑ 4.9 kt
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↔ 0.9 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - WIMM
12,844 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Kualanamu International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 5.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 76 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 34°C with an average of 27.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, June, November.
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Statistics computed from 12,844 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Kualanamu International Airport - Airport Information
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About Kualanamu International Airport
Overview
Kualanamu International Airport serves as the primary international airport for Medan, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia. Positioned at 3.637847°N, 98.870566°E, the airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the region, with its large airport classification supporting both domestic and international commercial operations.
Flying Conditions
The airport's low elevation of 23 feet mean sea level (MSL) indicates a relatively flat terrain environment typical of coastal Indonesian regions. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity and tropical weather patterns characteristic of the equatorial climate, which can produce rapid meteorological changes and occasional convective activity.
Notable Features
The airport features a single substantial runway (05/23) measuring 12,303 feet in length, constructed with asphalt and concrete surface materials. Its extended runway length provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types, supporting wide-body international and regional aircraft movements.
Approach Considerations
Given the runway's 05/23 orientation, approach and departure paths will be aligned approximately along the east-west axis. The substantial runway length of 12,303 feet offers considerable margin for safe operations, accommodating diverse aircraft performance characteristics and providing extended landing and takeoff capabilities.
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