Malacca International Airport

WMKM / MKZ

Malacca, MY

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WMKM 141500Z VRB01KT 9999 FEW028 27/25 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 35 ft
FEW 2,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,835 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Malacca International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

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 2,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 23:00Z.

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 WMKM 141100Z 1412/1512 VRB03KT 9999 FEW018 PROB30 TEMPO 1420/1423 5000 TSRA FEW017CB SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MKM
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 7,005 ft 148 ft ASP 30° 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 - WMKM

5,544 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.8%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0.2%

Malacca International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.8% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.6°C (range: 22°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 17.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.9%
N
3.7%
S
4.5%
W
9.6%
NE
52.2%
NW
2.3%
SE
1.5%
SW
4.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°C
Range: 22°C to 34°C
22°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,544 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Malacca International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WMKM
IATA Code: MKZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 35 ft MSL

Location

City: Malacca
Country: MY
Latitude: 2.265613°
Longitude: 102.252778°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,005 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Malacca International Airport

Overview

Malacca International Airport serves the historic city of Malacca in southern Malaysia, positioned at 2.265613, 102.252778 with an elevation of 35 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport provides critical regional aviation infrastructure with a single runway 03/21 measuring 7,005 feet in asphalt surface. The airport's geographical location makes it strategically important for local and regional air transportation.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Malacca International are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 89% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Winds are typically from the northeast (45°) at an average of 5.7 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 16 knots and calm periods occurring 21.6% of the time. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 27.4°C with a range between 22°C and 34°C, providing stable atmospheric conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 35 feet MSL indicates a flat surrounding terrain with minimal terrain-related approach challenges. Runway 03/21 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind component of only 2.4 knots. The consistently high visibility (averaging 10 statute miles) and absence of reported fog contribute to predictable flight conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions during January, October, and November, which represent the best VFR months. Runway 03/21 offers consistent wind support, making it suitable for most operations with minimal wind-related complications. The low crosswind component and stable atmospheric conditions generally provide straightforward approach and departure scenarios.

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.