Nador Al Aaroui International Airport

GMMW / NDR

Al Aaroui, MA

Last Updated
Jun 7, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
11 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GMMW 071700Z 04011KT 9999 SCT020 23/19 Q1018 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 574 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,574 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Nador Al Aaroui International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 11 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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 30 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
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (574 ft)
Pressure Alt
432 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,530 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF GMMW 071700Z 0718/0824 04014KT 9999 SCT019
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:03Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MMW
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
9,842 ft 148 ft ASP 78°
8.4 kt 7.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GMMW

6,673 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
37.8%
MVFR
48.6%
IFR
10%
LIFR
3.7%

Nador Al Aaroui International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 37.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 13.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, November, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
8%
N
5.7%
S
8.1%
W
16.4%
NE
24.1%
NW
14.5%
SE
4%
SW
19%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.5°C
Range: 2°C to 35°C
2°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

June November May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,673 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Nador Al Aaroui International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GMMW
IATA Code: NDR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 574 ft MSL

Location

City: Al Aaroui
Country: MA
Latitude: 34.988800°
Longitude: -3.028210°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Nador Al Aaroui International Airport

Overview

Nador Al Aaroui International Airport serves the northeastern Moroccan coastal region, situated at an elevation of 574 feet MSL near the Mediterranean coastline. The airport provides medium-scale aviation infrastructure for commercial and potential regional operations in the Al Aaroui area. Its strategic location offers access to the urban centers of Nador and the surrounding maritime region.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological observations indicate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 89.9% of recorded periods supporting visual (VFR) or marginal visual (MVFR) flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the southwest at 225 degrees, with an average speed of 6.7 knots and occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Seasonal temperature variations range from 2°C to 34°C, with an average of 15.6°C, providing generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (08/26) extending 9,842 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Its coastal proximity suggests potential for maritime weather influences, including occasional visibility shifts and wind variability. The terrain surrounding the airport appears relatively flat, with minimal reported obstructions affecting standard flight approaches.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of just 3.9 knots. Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of November, September, and December. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility and only 2.2% of observations reporting fog conditions.

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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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.