Inhambane Airport

FQIN / INH

Inhambane, MZ

Last Updated
Apr 22, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
4 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FQIN 221900Z 20004KT 9999 FEW020 25/23 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 30 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,030 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Inhambane Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 2.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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: Light Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Rain between 01:00Z and 07:00Z.

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 FQIN 221600Z 2218/2318 20009KT 9999 SCT020 TX27/2313Z TN25/2303Z PROB30 TEMPO 2301/2307 5000 -RA SCT010 BKN018 BECMG 2310/2312 17019G33KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
01:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
QIN
06
24 ✈️
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
2,625 ft 98 ft SAN 47°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
16/34 4,921 ft 98 ft ASP 149°
2.5 kt 3.1 kt
51° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FQIN

2,679 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.8%
MVFR
28.9%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0%

Inhambane Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 9.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.9% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 33°C with an average of 27.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 13.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
1%
NE
25.4%
E
17%
SE
18.9%
S
20.1%
SW
2.6%
W
0.7%
NW
0.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.2°C
Range: 15°C to 33°C
15°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

February April November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,679 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Inhambane Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FQIN
IATA Code: INH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Inhambane
Country: MZ
Latitude: -23.876400°
Longitude: 35.408501°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,625 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: SAN
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Inhambane Airport

Overview

Inhambane Airport serves the coastal region of Mozambique, located in the southeastern part of the country. Situated at a low elevation of 30 ft MSL, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Inhambane province, supporting regional and local aviation needs. The airport features two runways, offering operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Inhambane Airport are predominantly VFR, with 67.7% of observations supporting visual flight rules. Prevailing winds from the northeast at an average of 10.2 knots create generally stable flying conditions, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 15°C to 33°C, with an average of 26.5°C, providing consistent thermal conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location near the coast influences its meteorological characteristics, with consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and no reported fog incidents. Both runways (06/24 and 16/34) demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with modest average crosswind components of 5.5 and 6.9 knots respectively. The surface is comprised of San (06/24) and asphalt (16/34) materials, supporting diverse aircraft requirements.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note the most favorable VFR months are November, December, and September, which offer optimal flying conditions. The northeast prevailing winds at 45 degrees suggest predictable approach and departure patterns. Both runways provide suitable landing options with lengths of 2,625 ft (06/24) and 4,921 ft (16/34), accommodating a range of aircraft sizes and operational needs.

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.