La Gomera Airport

GCGM / GMZ

Alajero, La Gomera Island, ES

Last Updated
Jul 27, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GCGM 270100Z AUTO VRB02KT 9999 BKN010 21/18 Q1018 RMK R09/VRB01KT ARP/VRB02KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 716 ft
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,716 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

La Gomera Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

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

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.

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

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (716 ft)
Pressure Alt
574 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,466 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF GCGM 262000Z 2621/2721 22004KT 9999 FEW020 TX26/2714Z TN20/2706Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CGM
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 4,921 ft 98 ft ASP 81° 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 - GCGM

14,276 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.3%
MVFR
6.6%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.1%

La Gomera Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 38°C with an average of 20°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, December, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 5.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.5%
N
6.1%
S
8.4%
W
19.3%
NE
4.8%
NW
6.5%
SE
3.1%
SW
39.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 20°C
Range: 13°C to 38°C
13°C 38°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April December September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 14,276 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Gomera Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GCGM
IATA Code: GMZ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 716 ft MSL

Location

City: Alajero, La Gomera Island
Country: ES
Latitude: 28.029600°
Longitude: -17.214600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About La Gomera Airport

La Gomera Airport (GCGM/GMZ) is located in Alajero, La Gomera Island, ES at an elevation of 716 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 4,921 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 14,276 weather observations, GCGM experiences excellent VFR conditions 92.3% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at GCGM come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 6.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 32 knots. Runway 09/27 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, December, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 13°C (55°F) to 38°C (100°F), averaging 20°C (68°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.97 to 10.31 inHg (338-349 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 14,276 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.