Woomera Airfield

YPWR / UMR

Woomera, AU

Last Updated
May 1, 13:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
13:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
11 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPWR 011330Z AUTO 02011KT 9999 // NCD 21/06 Q1012

Weather Briefing

VFR

Woomera Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 11 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 18 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, Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 12 to 25 knots. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 YPWR 011112Z 0112/0206 03012KT CAVOK FM012000 36015G25KT 9999 -SHRA NSC FM020100 25014KT 9999 -SHRA SCT020 PROB30 INTER 0120/0206 36025G45KT 3000 TSRA SCT080CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km
20:00Z FM012000
+6h
VFR 360° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Light Showers Rain
01:00Z FM020100
+11h
VFR 250° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Light Showers Rain
14:01Z PROB30
+0h
IFR 360° 25 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PWR
12
30
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 5,295 ft 98 ft GVL 125°
2.8 kt 10.6 kt
105° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
7,782 ft 148 ft ASP 186°
10.3 kt 3.8 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YPWR

10,892 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.6%
MVFR
2.9%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0.5%

Woomera Airfield enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 11.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from 7°C to 49°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are December, April, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 11.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
12%
N
11.6%
S
25.5%
W
6%
NE
7.1%
NW
2.8%
SE
21.8%
SW
12.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.9°C
Range: 7°C to 49°C
7°C 49°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December April January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.8 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt

Statistics computed from 10,892 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Woomera Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YPWR
IATA Code: UMR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 548 ft MSL

Location

City: Woomera
Country: AU
Latitude: -31.144199°
Longitude: 136.817001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 5,295 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 7,782 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Woomera Airfield

Woomera Airfield (YPWR/UMR) is located in Woomera, AU at an elevation of 548 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (12/30, 18/36), with the longest at 7,782 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 10,892 weather observations, YPWR experiences excellent VFR conditions 95.6% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at YPWR come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 11.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 32 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.3%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 18/36 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are December, April, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 7°C (45°F) to 49°C (120°F), averaging 23.9°C (75°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 10.01 to 10.17 inHg (339-344 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 10,892 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). 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.