Avalon Airport

YMAV / AVV

Lara, AU

Last Updated
Jun 10, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
7 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
8,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YMAV 100800Z AUTO 28007KT 9999 // FEW048 BKN089 13/10 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 35 ft
FEW 4,800 ft AGL
BKN 8,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,835 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,935 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Avalon Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 7 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8900 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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 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 Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 20:00Z and 23:00Z.

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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TAF AMD YMAV 100509Z 1006/1106 31014KT 9999 -SHRA BKN035 FM100900 28006KT 9999 NSW SCT040 FM110000 09008KT CAVOK INTER 1006/1009 5000 SHRA SCT020 PROB30 1020/1023 2000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
09:00Z FM100900
+1h
VFR 280° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z PROB30
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MAV
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
10,000 ft 148 ft ASP 187°
1.2 kt 6.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YMAV

13,832 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.4%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
1%

Avalon Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 44°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 3.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.8%
NE
4%
E
7.2%
SE
9%
S
19%
SW
7%
W
25.8%
NW
14.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 16°C
Range: 2°C to 44°C
2°C 44°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.8 kt

Statistics computed from 13,832 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Avalon Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YMAV
IATA Code: AVV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 35 ft MSL

Location

City: Lara
Country: AU
Latitude: -38.039398°
Longitude: 144.468994°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Avalon Airport

Overview

Avalon Airport serves the Melbourne metropolitan area, located in Lara, approximately 55 kilometers southwest of Melbourne. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway measuring 10,000 feet, it supports a variety of aviation operations, including commercial, general aviation, and aerospace activities.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 86.1% of observations showing clear weather. Winds are consistently from the west at an average of 11.7 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 36 knots. Seasonal variations show optimal flying conditions in September, October, and December, with stable temperatures ranging from 2°C to 44°C.

Notable Features

Situated at a low elevation of 35 feet MSL, Avalon Airport offers relatively flat terrain with minimal geographical obstacles. The airport's single runway (18/36) is fully asphalted and demonstrates wind conditions favorable for operations 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of only 7.9 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with consistently westerly winds and excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The runway alignment allows for straightforward approaches with minimal wind-related complications, and the long 10,000-foot runway provides ample landing and takeoff options for various aircraft types.

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
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.