Ambrolauri Airport

UGAM

Ambrolauri, GE

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
1 kt
120°
4 km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UGAM 230500Z 12001KT 4000 RA BR FEW020 OVC040 07/07 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,784 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
OVC 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,784 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,784 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Ambrolauri Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,000 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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 6 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF UGAM 230400Z 2305/2311 VRB02KT 9999 -RA BKN015 OVC035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:25Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GAM
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
3,609 ft 98 ft CONC
1.0 kt 0.2 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UGAM

9,950 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.3%
MVFR
4.5%
IFR
1.4%
LIFR
0.7%

Ambrolauri Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.7%
NE
3.6%
E
31.9%
SE
11.9%
S
4.6%
SW
3.2%
W
34%
NW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 7°C
Range: -15°C to 28°C
-15°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,950 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ambrolauri Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UGAM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,784 ft MSL

Location

City: Ambrolauri
Country: GE
Latitude: 42.526870°
Longitude: 43.135380°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 3,609 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No

About Ambrolauri Airport

Overview

Ambrolauri Airport (UGAM) serves the Racha region in western Georgia, situated at an elevation of 1,784 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 42.526870, 43.135380, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Ambrolauri are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 94.1% of observations indicating good flying weather. The airport experiences prevailing easterly winds averaging 4.3 knots, with a maximum recorded wind speed of 21 knots. Seasonal temperature ranges from -15°C to 28°C, with September, October, and November offering the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a concrete runway (11/29) measuring 3,609 feet in length, oriented to take maximum advantage of local wind patterns. Terrain surrounding the airport likely includes the mountainous characteristics of the Racha region, which can create localized wind and visibility challenges for pilots. Calm wind conditions occur approximately 2.7% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates extremely favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. The average crosswind is minimal at 1.5 knots, providing consistent approach conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with fog present in only 3.1% of observations, suggesting generally clear approach conditions throughout the year.

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
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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.