Ballarat Airport

YBLT

, AU

Last Updated
Jun 13, 06:00Z

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Currently using: YMAV
Weather Source: Avalon Airport (YMAV)
Distance: 45nm / 84km from YBLT

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
06:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
8 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
9,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YMAV 130600Z AUTO 35008KT 9999 -SHRA FEW071 OVC094 15/13 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,433 ft
FEW 7,100 ft AGL
OVC 9,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,533 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
9,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,833 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ballarat Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 9,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 8 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 9400 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Light Showers Rain, Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 07:00Z and 10:00Z.

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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD YMAV 130508Z 1306/1406 30015G25KT 9999 -RA SCT025 BKN045 FM130700 24008KT 9999 -RA BKN030 FM131200 24008KT 9999 -SHRA SCT020 BKN030 FM131500 26008KT 9999 NSW SCT045 FM140100 16010KT 9999 FEW040 INTER 1306/1307 5000 RA SCT015 BKN020 TEMPO 1307/1310 3000 RA BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
Light Rain
07:00Z FM130700
+1h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Rain
12:00Z FM131200
+6h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
15:00Z FM131500
+9h
VFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BLT
05
23
13
31
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 4,150 ft 98 ft ASP 62°
2.5 kt 7.6 kt
72° angle
13/31 1,864 ft 98 ft GRS 135°
6.6 kt 4.6 kt
145° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
4,085 ft 98 ft ASP 189°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ballarat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YBLT
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,433 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -37.511700°
Longitude: 143.791000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,150 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 1,864 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 4,085 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ballarat Airport

Ballarat Airport (YBLT) is located in , AU at an elevation of 1,433 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (05/23, 13/31, 18/36), with the longest at 4,150 feet.

Airport Overview

Ballarat Airport serves in AU. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (05/23, 13/31, 18/36) with asp and grs surfaces. The longest runway measures 4,150 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the CASA publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Australian AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from YBLT, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.