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Weather Briefing
VFRRotuma Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 11,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 19.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 10 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 11000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
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4,806 ft | 0 ft | UNK | 0° |
↓ 3.4 kt
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↔ 9.4 kt
110° angle
|
Weather Statistics - NFNR
681 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Rotuma Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 10.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.9% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.5°C (range: 23°C to 32°C). The best months for VFR flying are December, March, April.
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Statistics computed from 681 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Rotuma Airport - Airport Information
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About Rotuma Airport
Rotuma Airport (NFNR/RTA) is located in Rotuma, FJ at an elevation of 22 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 4,806 feet.
Weather Profile
Based on 681 weather observations, NFNR experiences excellent VFR conditions 95.2% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at NFNR come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 10.4 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (19.9% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 07/25 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 7.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are December, March, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 23°C (73°F) to 32°C (90°F), averaging 28.5°C (83°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 10.04 to 10.14 inHg (340-343 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 681 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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