Learmonth Airport

YPLM / LEA

Exmouth, AU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
4 kt
210°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPLM 042130Z AUTO 21004KT //// // ////// 28/11 Q1002

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YPLM 041752Z 0418/0518 21014KT CAVOK FM042000 12010KT CAVOK FM050300 03010KT CAVOK FM050900 27014KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 0506/0514 VRB20G40KT 3000 TSRA SCT100CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 14 kt
Visibility: >10km
03:00Z FM050300
+6h
VFR 30° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z FM050900
+12h
VFR 270° 14 kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+9h
IFR VRB 20 kt
Visibility: 3 km
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Airport Runway Layout

N
PLM
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
9,997 ft 148 ft ASP 184°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YPLM

7,957 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.8%
MVFR
2.4%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0.1%

Learmonth Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 12.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperature extremes range from 11°C to 46°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 12.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 45 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
4.6%
E
4.3%
SE
2.9%
S
13.2%
SW
53.3%
W
14.4%
NW
2.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.5°C
Range: 11°C to 46°C
11°C 46°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,957 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Learmonth Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YPLM
IATA Code: LEA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 19 ft MSL

Location

City: Exmouth
Country: AU
Latitude: -22.235201°
Longitude: 114.090024°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 9,997 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Learmonth Airport

Overview

Learmonth Airport serves the Exmouth region in Western Australia, strategically located near the North West Cape. As a medium-sized airport with a substantial runway of 9,997 feet, it supports regional and potentially military aviation operations in this remote coastal area.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect extremely stable visual flight conditions, with 98.4% of observations indicating VFR conditions. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 11°C to 46°C, with an average of 26.9°C. The prevailing southwest winds at 225° average 12.2 knots, providing consistent and predictable wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport sits at a low elevation of 19 feet mean sea level, positioned near the coastline with minimal terrain interference. Its single runway (18/36) has favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of only 7.5 knots. October through January represent the most consistently favorable flying months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 offers excellent wind characteristics, making it suitable for most aircraft operations. With high visibility averages around 10 statute miles and virtually no fog occurrences, approaches are typically straightforward. Pilots should anticipate southwest winds and prepare for potential maximum wind speeds up to 33 knots.

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.