Tan Tan Airport

GMAT / TTA

Tan Tan, MA

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
9 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GMAT 221200Z 01009KT 310V040 9999 BKN016 21/14 Q1012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 653 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,253 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Tan Tan Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 9 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (653 ft)
Pressure Alt
691 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,568 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.3°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°
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 - GMAT

3,518 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
25.7%
MVFR
64.1%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
3.9%

Tan Tan Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 25.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 10.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 12 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, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 12 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
39.6%
NE
19.4%
E
7.9%
SE
5.3%
S
3.8%
SW
4.5%
W
7.5%
NW
11.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.5°C
Range: 8°C to 41°C
8°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

December November January

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 3,518 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.