Amborovy Airport

FMNM / MJN

Mahajanga, MG

Last Updated
May 15, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
9 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FMNM 151000Z 12009KT 090V170 9999 FEW023 35/18 Q1014 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 87 ft
FEW 2,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,387 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Amborovy Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 9 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 35°C (95°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (87 ft)
Pressure Alt
65 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,486 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FMNM 150500Z 1506/1606 14012KT 9999 FEW020 SCT040 BECMG 1514/1516 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
14:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MNM
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 132°
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FMNM

5,498 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.2%
MVFR
3.6%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Amborovy Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 39°C with an average of 27.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
17%
NE
2.8%
E
15.7%
SE
24%
S
6.9%
SW
1%
W
6.7%
NW
23.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.9°C
Range: 18°C to 39°C
18°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,498 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Amborovy Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMNM
IATA Code: MJN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 87 ft MSL

Location

City: Mahajanga
Country: MG
Latitude: -15.666842°
Longitude: 46.351233°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Amborovy Airport

Overview

Amborovy Airport serves Mahajanga, Madagascar as a medium-sized airport situated at 87 ft mean sea level. Located at coordinates -15.666842, 46.351233, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the northwestern region of Madagascar. The airport features a single runway 14/32 measuring 7,218 ft with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Amborovy are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 96% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature ranges from 18°C to 39°C, with an average of 28°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions. Wind patterns are consistent from the northwest at 315°, averaging 7.4 knots with occasional gusts up to 19 knots, and calm conditions occurring only 2.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 14/32 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Average crosswind components remain low at 2.7 knots, enhancing operational flexibility. Visibility consistently remains high, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of fog or significant visibility restrictions.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the optimal months for VFR flight operations, characterized by the most stable weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate northwest winds and plan approaches accordingly on runway 14/32. The substantial runway length of 7,218 ft provides ample space for most aircraft types operating in the region.

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.