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LIFRMineralnyye Vody Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (280°) at 6 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is very low at 200 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Showers RASN, Light Showers Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers RASN between 03:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 03:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
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12,795 ft | 197 ft | CON | 122° |
↑ 5.9 kt
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↔ 1.0 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - URMM
12,065 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Mineralnyye Vody Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 33.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 51.5% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -20°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 19.9% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.
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Statistics computed from 12,065 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Mineralnyye Vody Airport - Airport Information
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About Mineralnyye Vody Airport
Overview
Mineralnyye Vody Airport serves the Stavropol Krai region in southern Russia, situated at an elevation of 1054 ft MSL. The airport is a medium-sized facility supporting regional and potentially some international air traffic, located near the North Caucasus mountain region.
Flying Conditions
Pilots should anticipate challenging visibility conditions, with low flight rules (LIFR) present in 39.5% of observations and IFR conditions occurring 12.4% of the time. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -20°C to 28°C, which can impact aircraft performance and require careful pre-flight planning.
Notable Features
The airport's primary runway (11/29) is a substantial 12,795 ft concrete surface, providing ample landing and takeoff space for various aircraft types. Its location near the Caucasus mountains suggests potential for complex terrain-influenced weather patterns and potential wind variations not captured in the limited wind data provided.
Approach Considerations
September, October, and November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations, with more stable weather conditions. Pilots should be particularly attentive to fog, which occurs in 21.5% of observations, and prepare for potential low visibility approaches, especially during non-peak months.
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