Tan Tan Airport

GMAT / TTA

Tan Tan, MA

Last Updated
Jun 7, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
18:00Z

🌇 Dusk
MVFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
19 kt
20°
7 km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GMAT 071800Z 02019KT 7000 OVC010 19/17 Q1015 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 653 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,653 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Tan Tan Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,000 feet and 7 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 19 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 19-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (653 ft)
Pressure Alt
601 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,238 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.3°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MAT
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
6,562 ft 98 ft ASP 27°
18.7 kt 3.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GMAT

4,195 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
26.3%
MVFR
63.7%
IFR
6.2%
LIFR
3.8%

Tan Tan Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 26.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 10% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 12.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from 8°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, November, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 12.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.8%
N
43.6%
S
3.1%
W
6.8%
NE
19.1%
NW
11.9%
SE
4.6%
SW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.6°C
Range: 8°C to 41°C
8°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

December November May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,195 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tan Tan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GMAT
IATA Code: TTA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 653 ft MSL

Location

City: Tan Tan
Country: MA
Latitude: 28.448200°
Longitude: -11.161300°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tan Tan Airport

Overview

Tan Tan Airport serves the coastal region of southern Morocco, located at coordinates 28.448200, -11.161300. Situated at an elevation of 653 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Tan Tan municipal area. The airport features a single runway (03/21) with a 6,562-foot asphalted surface.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly marginal VFR conditions, with 57% of observations in MVFR and 33% in standard VFR. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 8°C to 41°C with an average of 19°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the north (0°), averaging 11.4 knots with occasional gusts up to 32 knots, which pilots should anticipate during approach and landing.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical position suggests a coastal environment with potential for maritime weather influences. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrence (1.9% of observations). The terrain surrounding Tan Tan Airport likely reflects the transitional landscape between coastal and desert regions of southern Morocco.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 5.1 knots. December, November, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should prepare for potential wind variations and be mindful of the broad temperature range when planning flights to this location.

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.