Magaliesberg Weather Guide
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John.com
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Re: Magaliesberg Weather
Pre-Report Comment: As a lot of you will be on leave I have included a FOUR-day forecast, from Friday to Monday
Out-of-Five Rating: Friday
Saturday 
Sunday Monday
Magaliesberg Weather for the L-O-N-G Weekend of Fri 21 – Mon 24 December, 2012
Disclaimer: This weather guide is precisely that, a 'guide'! Use it, but question it, and always do your own research before flying! Remember that it remains the PIC's responsibility to conduct an independent check of the weather at the point of departure and destination before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!
Note: This weather report is for Aeroden (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E), a lodge and airstrip on the northern side of the northern Magaliesberg ridge, 6 miles west of the Hartebeespoort Dam wall - so PLEASE check the relevance to the area in which YOU plan to fly!
ALL COMMENTS/OPINIONS ARE WELCOME! The weatherman can be wrong!
For the LATEST Magaliesberg WX go online to:
Aeroden >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=395350
Brits >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=79714
Firstly, the WEATHER RADAR for South Africa dd. 20.12.2012 @ 08h00:
Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/
Comment: A thick band of cloud and rain is approaching and will hit the Magaliesberg on Thursday evening and remain for most of the weekend, up to and including Monday, causing some rain and cloud as per the forecast below.
Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):
(click on image to enlarge)
(Note: This is a ‘2000m AGL’ view of the winds, with the top row of wind arrows at 3000m/9842ft altitude)
Friday 21st December:
Wind: ENE 5-7 knots increasing to ENE 6-10 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Yes, in the morning - not extreme but will bounce you.
Temperatures: 18-28C
Cloud Cover: Yes, low-level
Precipitation: Yes
Comments: Winds OK, but Cloud + Rain = No Fly!!!
Saturday 22nd December:
Wind: ENE 2-4 knots decreasing to N 3-3 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 17-28C
Cloud Cover: No low-level cloud in the morning - only high level. Some low-level cloud in the afternoon though.
Precipitation: No, not in the morning, but some rain later in the afternoon
Comments: Very flyable in the morning!
Sunday 23rd December:
Wind: SW 2-3 knots increasing to N 1-3 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 17-30C
Cloud Cover: Yes, some low-level cloud in the morning .
Precipitation: Yes, a possibility of light rain in the morning.
Comments: Some low-cloud and a possibility of rain in the morning, but otherwise quite flyable! Although winds are light, watch for the switch in wind direction.
Monday 24th December:
Wind: E 5-8 knots increasing to NE 3-3 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Yes, but light
Temperatures: 18-31C
Cloud Cover: Some low-level cloud later in the morning
Precipitation: Some light rain later in the morning
Comments: Great flying conditions - be wary of the cross-wind (E 5-8 knots) on Aeroden 36 if flying early.
For an instant weather report from Aeroden Weather Station (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E): SMS "AD" to 36010 (Cost R5 - free SMS do not apply)
CAUTIONARY: Conditions are quite variable over these four days so pick your flying window carefully and do a quick local weather check before heading to the airfield.
Useful Weather Websites:
WindGuru http://www.windguru.cz
Kobus Botha Weather http://www.weatherphotos.co.za
South African Weather http://www.weathersa.co.za
For instant weather reports from OTHER Weather Stations, SMS the Weather Station Code (BOLD text) to 35010 (Cost R3 - free SMS do not apply)
Rustenburg FARG
Vaal Dam VAAL
Kitty Hawk FAKT or http://www.fakt.co.za/weatherstation.html
Midrand MID
Aeropark Zynkraal AZA
Krugersdorp FAKR
Other Web-Based & Dial-in Weather Reports:
Kroon (25°39'33.50"S 27°59'58.98"E) http://www.microflyers.co.za/weather/
Aviation MET Office: +27 82 233 9600 or +27 83 233 8800 (provide location/routing and flight level)
Safe Skies!
John.com
WINDGURU CHART LEGEND
Out-of-Five Rating: Friday
Saturday Sunday Monday Magaliesberg Weather for the L-O-N-G Weekend of Fri 21 – Mon 24 December, 2012
Disclaimer: This weather guide is precisely that, a 'guide'! Use it, but question it, and always do your own research before flying! Remember that it remains the PIC's responsibility to conduct an independent check of the weather at the point of departure and destination before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!
Note: This weather report is for Aeroden (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E), a lodge and airstrip on the northern side of the northern Magaliesberg ridge, 6 miles west of the Hartebeespoort Dam wall - so PLEASE check the relevance to the area in which YOU plan to fly!
ALL COMMENTS/OPINIONS ARE WELCOME! The weatherman can be wrong!
For the LATEST Magaliesberg WX go online to:
Aeroden >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=395350
Brits >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=79714
Firstly, the WEATHER RADAR for South Africa dd. 20.12.2012 @ 08h00:
Comment: A thick band of cloud and rain is approaching and will hit the Magaliesberg on Thursday evening and remain for most of the weekend, up to and including Monday, causing some rain and cloud as per the forecast below.
Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):
Friday 21st December:
Wind: ENE 5-7 knots increasing to ENE 6-10 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Yes, in the morning - not extreme but will bounce you.
Temperatures: 18-28C
Cloud Cover: Yes, low-level
Precipitation: Yes
Comments: Winds OK, but Cloud + Rain = No Fly!!!
Saturday 22nd December:
Wind: ENE 2-4 knots decreasing to N 3-3 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 17-28C
Cloud Cover: No low-level cloud in the morning - only high level. Some low-level cloud in the afternoon though.
Precipitation: No, not in the morning, but some rain later in the afternoon
Comments: Very flyable in the morning!
Sunday 23rd December:
Wind: SW 2-3 knots increasing to N 1-3 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 17-30C
Cloud Cover: Yes, some low-level cloud in the morning .
Precipitation: Yes, a possibility of light rain in the morning.
Comments: Some low-cloud and a possibility of rain in the morning, but otherwise quite flyable! Although winds are light, watch for the switch in wind direction.
Monday 24th December:
Wind: E 5-8 knots increasing to NE 3-3 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Yes, but light
Temperatures: 18-31C
Cloud Cover: Some low-level cloud later in the morning
Precipitation: Some light rain later in the morning
Comments: Great flying conditions - be wary of the cross-wind (E 5-8 knots) on Aeroden 36 if flying early.
For an instant weather report from Aeroden Weather Station (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E): SMS "AD" to 36010 (Cost R5 - free SMS do not apply)
CAUTIONARY: Conditions are quite variable over these four days so pick your flying window carefully and do a quick local weather check before heading to the airfield.
Useful Weather Websites:
WindGuru http://www.windguru.cz
Kobus Botha Weather http://www.weatherphotos.co.za
South African Weather http://www.weathersa.co.za
For instant weather reports from OTHER Weather Stations, SMS the Weather Station Code (BOLD text) to 35010 (Cost R3 - free SMS do not apply)
Rustenburg FARG
Vaal Dam VAAL
Kitty Hawk FAKT or http://www.fakt.co.za/weatherstation.html
Midrand MID
Aeropark Zynkraal AZA
Krugersdorp FAKR
Other Web-Based & Dial-in Weather Reports:
Kroon (25°39'33.50"S 27°59'58.98"E) http://www.microflyers.co.za/weather/
Aviation MET Office: +27 82 233 9600 or +27 83 233 8800 (provide location/routing and flight level)
Safe Skies!
John.com
WINDGURU CHART LEGEND
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
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Re: Magaliesberg Weather
I'll do a full weather report a little later.
At the moment just know that the weather is BEAUTIFUL for flying!
Late yesterday afternoon was one of my best flights ever!!
Guess where I'm heading now??
Safe Skies!
John.com
At the moment just know that the weather is BEAUTIFUL for flying!
Late yesterday afternoon was one of my best flights ever!!
Guess where I'm heading now??
Safe Skies!
John.com
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
Re: Magaliesberg Weather
I give up please tellJohn.com wrote:Guess where I'm heading now??
Anthony Hugo
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- Location: Broederstroom (Magaliesberg) - home airstrip Aeroden
Re: Magaliesberg Weather
Pre-Report Comment: For a change we are having a good run of great flying weather, albeit with a little cloud! But hey, that can mean even better flying conditions! The week ahead also looks good, except for Wednesday morning which is showing high winds!
Out-of-Five Rating: Saturday Sunday
Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Sat 29 – Sun 30 December, 2012
Disclaimer: This weather guide is precisely that, a 'guide'! Use it, but question it, and always do your own research before flying! Remember that it remains the PIC's responsibility to conduct an independent check of the weather at the point of departure and destination before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!
Note: This weather report is for Aeroden (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E), a lodge and airstrip on the northern side of the northern Magaliesberg ridge, 6 miles west of the Hartebeespoort Dam wall - so PLEASE check the relevance to the area in which YOU plan to fly!
ALL COMMENTS/OPINIONS ARE WELCOME! The weatherman can be wrong!
For the LATEST Magaliesberg WX go online to:
Aeroden >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=395350
Brits >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=79714
Firstly, the WEATHER RADAR for South Africa dd. 28.12.2012 @ 14h00:
Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/
Comment: Some cloud and light rain visible - check the link above before heading to the airfield!
Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):
(click on image to enlarge)
(Note: This is a ‘2000m AGL’ view of the winds, with the top row of wind arrows at 3000m/9842ft altitude)
Saturday 29th December:
Wind: E 4-7 knots decreasing to NNE 4-4 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Light
Temperatures: 19-31C
Cloud Cover: Yes, but only much later in the morning
Precipitation: No (at time of report, but check before heading out to the airfield)
Comments: A fine day for flying. Conditions have been quote variable, so double-check the links provided before heading out to the airfield)
Sunday 30th December:
Wind: E 3-6 knots increasing to N 6-6 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 19-31C
Cloud Cover: No, but some low-level cloud possible later in the morning.
Precipitation: No, but possible later in the morning.
Comments: A great day for flying. Conditions have been quote variable, so double-check the links provided before heading out to the airfield)
For an instant weather report from Aeroden Weather Station (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E): SMS "AD" to 36010 (Cost R5 - free SMS do not apply)
CAUTIONARY: Double check cloud and precipitation before heading out!
Useful Weather Websites:
WindGuru http://www.windguru.cz
Kobus Botha Weather http://www.weatherphotos.co.za
South African Weather http://www.weathersa.co.za
For instant weather reports from OTHER Weather Stations, SMS the Weather Station Code (BOLD text) to 35010 (Cost R3 - free SMS do not apply)
Rustenburg FARG
Vaal Dam VAAL
Kitty Hawk FAKT or http://www.fakt.co.za/weatherstation.html
Midrand MID
Aeropark Zynkraal AZA
Krugersdorp FAKR
Other Web-Based & Dial-in Weather Reports:
Kroon (25°39'33.50"S 27°59'58.98"E) http://www.microflyers.co.za/weather/
Aviation MET Office: +27 82 233 9600 or +27 83 233 8800 (provide location/routing and flight level)
Safe Skies!
John.com
WINDGURU CHART LEGEND
The week ahead also looks good, except for Wednesday morning which is showing high winds! Out-of-Five Rating: Saturday
Sunday Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Sat 29 – Sun 30 December, 2012
Disclaimer: This weather guide is precisely that, a 'guide'! Use it, but question it, and always do your own research before flying! Remember that it remains the PIC's responsibility to conduct an independent check of the weather at the point of departure and destination before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!
Note: This weather report is for Aeroden (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E), a lodge and airstrip on the northern side of the northern Magaliesberg ridge, 6 miles west of the Hartebeespoort Dam wall - so PLEASE check the relevance to the area in which YOU plan to fly!
ALL COMMENTS/OPINIONS ARE WELCOME! The weatherman can be wrong!
For the LATEST Magaliesberg WX go online to:
Aeroden >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=395350
Brits >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=79714
Firstly, the WEATHER RADAR for South Africa dd. 28.12.2012 @ 14h00:
Comment: Some cloud and light rain visible - check the link above before heading to the airfield!
Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):
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Saturday 29th December:
Wind: E 4-7 knots decreasing to NNE 4-4 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Light
Temperatures: 19-31C
Cloud Cover: Yes, but only much later in the morning
Precipitation: No (at time of report, but check before heading out to the airfield)
Comments: A fine day for flying. Conditions have been quote variable, so double-check the links provided before heading out to the airfield)
Sunday 30th December:
Wind: E 3-6 knots increasing to N 6-6 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 19-31C
Cloud Cover: No, but some low-level cloud possible later in the morning.
Precipitation: No, but possible later in the morning.
Comments: A great day for flying. Conditions have been quote variable, so double-check the links provided before heading out to the airfield)
For an instant weather report from Aeroden Weather Station (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E): SMS "AD" to 36010 (Cost R5 - free SMS do not apply)
CAUTIONARY: Double check cloud and precipitation before heading out!
Useful Weather Websites:
WindGuru http://www.windguru.cz
Kobus Botha Weather http://www.weatherphotos.co.za
South African Weather http://www.weathersa.co.za
For instant weather reports from OTHER Weather Stations, SMS the Weather Station Code (BOLD text) to 35010 (Cost R3 - free SMS do not apply)
Rustenburg FARG
Vaal Dam VAAL
Kitty Hawk FAKT or http://www.fakt.co.za/weatherstation.html
Midrand MID
Aeropark Zynkraal AZA
Krugersdorp FAKR
Other Web-Based & Dial-in Weather Reports:
Kroon (25°39'33.50"S 27°59'58.98"E) http://www.microflyers.co.za/weather/
Aviation MET Office: +27 82 233 9600 or +27 83 233 8800 (provide location/routing and flight level)
Safe Skies!
John.com
WINDGURU CHART LEGEND
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
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John.com
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- Location: Broederstroom (Magaliesberg) - home airstrip Aeroden
Re: Magaliesberg Weather
Fellow Aviators!
The Magaliesberg Institute of Weather Research has offered me a two week 'exchange assignment':
"To study the effects of the the moisture formed around a frozen margarita glass on the weather patterns surrounding Phi Phi Island in Thailand when temperature conditions exceed 40 degrees"
A tough assignment indeed, but I figured that someone had to do it! So after some persuasion I have reluctantly taken on this assignment and so will be 'offline' for two weeks! 
Whilst I am away please check the weather yourselves before heading out!!!
Weather Radar >> http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/
WindGuru for Aeroden >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=395350
WindGuru for Brits >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=79714
For an instant weather report from Aeroden Weather Station (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E): SMS "AD" to 36010 (Cost R5 - free SMS do not apply)
Useful Weather Websites:
WindGuru http://www.windguru.cz
Kobus Botha Weather http://www.weatherphotos.co.za
South African Weather http://www.weathersa.co.za
For instant weather reports from OTHER Weather Stations, SMS the Weather Station Code (BOLD text) to 35010 (Cost R3 - free SMS do not apply)
Rustenburg FARG
Vaal Dam VAAL
Kitty Hawk FAKT or http://www.fakt.co.za/weatherstation.html
Midrand MID
Aeropark Zynkraal AZA
Krugersdorp FAKR
Other Web-Based & Dial-in Weather Reports:
Kroon (25°39'33.50"S 27°59'58.98"E) http://www.microflyers.co.za/weather/
Aviation MET Office: +27 82 233 9600 or +27 83 233 8800 (provide location/routing and flight level)
Happy New Year to you all!!!
Safe Skies!
John.com
The Magaliesberg Institute of Weather Research has offered me a two week 'exchange assignment':
"To study the effects of the the moisture formed around a frozen margarita glass on the weather patterns surrounding Phi Phi Island in Thailand when temperature conditions exceed 40 degrees"
Whilst I am away please check the weather yourselves before heading out!!!
Weather Radar >> http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/
WindGuru for Aeroden >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=395350
WindGuru for Brits >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=79714
For an instant weather report from Aeroden Weather Station (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E): SMS "AD" to 36010 (Cost R5 - free SMS do not apply)
Useful Weather Websites:
WindGuru http://www.windguru.cz
Kobus Botha Weather http://www.weatherphotos.co.za
South African Weather http://www.weathersa.co.za
For instant weather reports from OTHER Weather Stations, SMS the Weather Station Code (BOLD text) to 35010 (Cost R3 - free SMS do not apply)
Rustenburg FARG
Vaal Dam VAAL
Kitty Hawk FAKT or http://www.fakt.co.za/weatherstation.html
Midrand MID
Aeropark Zynkraal AZA
Krugersdorp FAKR
Other Web-Based & Dial-in Weather Reports:
Kroon (25°39'33.50"S 27°59'58.98"E) http://www.microflyers.co.za/weather/
Aviation MET Office: +27 82 233 9600 or +27 83 233 8800 (provide location/routing and flight level)
Happy New Year to you all!!!
Safe Skies!
John.com
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
Re: Magaliesberg Weather
I usually do as much as I can. That includes All of the Above, webcams, etc.
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John.com
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Re: Magaliesberg Weather
Greetings Fellow Aviators!
I'm back after my trip to Thailand! Unfortunately the results of the study were inconclusive and so they have asked that I return at some later date to conduct further studies!
I can report that microlight and LSA activity around the mainland and islands in Thailand is close to non-existant. The skies are simply empty! In fact the closest I came to recognising anything familiar with 'aviation' was THIS . . . .
Anyway, it's real good to be back, but I was greatly saddened on landing to read the news of the death of Mr. Nawaporn ”Neil” Sawaetwong, well known for developing the first real aeropark in Thailand and for his promotion of microlights and LSA in Thailand. RIP. viewtopic.php?f=16&t=20246.
The first Magaliesberg Weather report of 2013 to follow shortly . . . . .
Let's take extra care when flying in 2013!
Safe Skies!
John.com
I'm back after my trip to Thailand! Unfortunately the results of the study were inconclusive and so they have asked that I return at some later date to conduct further studies!
I can report that microlight and LSA activity around the mainland and islands in Thailand is close to non-existant. The skies are simply empty! In fact the closest I came to recognising anything familiar with 'aviation' was THIS . . . .
The first Magaliesberg Weather report of 2013 to follow shortly . . . . .
Let's take extra care when flying in 2013!
Safe Skies!
John.com
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
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John.com
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- Joined: Tue Nov 08, 2011 8:31 pm
- Location: Broederstroom (Magaliesberg) - home airstrip Aeroden
Re: Magaliesberg Weather
Pre-Report Comment: Not a good week for flying! One or two little windows of opportunity, otherwise keep you feet firmly planted on the deck! I have done this report today with a 'week view' so that you can assess those possible opportunities! This weekend looks like rain of biblical proportions! 
Sneak Peak of Magaliesberg Weather for the Week Ahead: Wed 16 – Tue 22 January, 2013
Disclaimer: This weather guide is precisely that, a 'guide'! Use it, but question it, and always do your own research before flying! Remember that it is the PIC's responsibility to conduct an independent check of the weather at the point of departure and destination before taking off!
Note: This weather report is for Aeroden (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E), a lodge and airstrip on the northern side of the northern Magaliesberg ridge, 6 miles west of the Hartebeespoort Dam wall - so PLEASE check the relevance to the area in which YOU plan to fly!
ALL COMMENTS/OPINIONS ARE WELCOME! The weatherman can be wrong!
For the LATEST Magaliesberg WX go online to:
Aeroden >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=395350
Brits >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=79714
Firstly, the WEATHER RADAR for South Africa dd. 15.01.2013 @ 20h00:
Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/
Comment: Some serious weather that looks like it is here to stay well into next week! Expect rain and cloud along with high winds.
So, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area) for the week ahead:
(click on image to enlarge)
(Note: This is a ‘2000m AGL’ view of the winds, with the top row of wind arrows at 3000m/9842ft altitude)
Comments: The only possible windows for flying are Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. Even then, expect some cloud. Otherwise, keep you feet planted on the deck!
CAUTIONARY: Winds, cloud and rain throughout the week, with the weekend looking particularly grave, with cloud, high winds and heavy rain!
For an instant weather report from Aeroden Weather Station (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E): SMS "AD" to 36010 (Cost R5 - free SMS do not apply)
Useful Weather Websites:
WindGuru http://www.windguru.cz
Kobus Botha Weather http://www.weatherphotos.co.za
South African Weather http://www.weathersa.co.za
For instant weather reports from OTHER Weather Stations, SMS the Weather Station Code (BOLD text) to 35010 (Cost R3 - free SMS do not apply)
Rustenburg FARG
Vaal Dam VAAL
Kitty Hawk FAKT or http://www.fakt.co.za/weatherstation.html
Midrand MID
Aeropark Zynkraal AZA
Krugersdorp FAKR
Other Web-Based & Dial-in Weather Reports:
Kroon (25°39'33.50"S 27°59'58.98"E) http://www.microflyers.co.za/weather/
Aviation MET Office: +27 82 233 9600 or +27 83 233 8800 (provide location/routing and flight level)
Safe Skies!
John.com
WINDGURU CHART LEGEND
Sneak Peak of Magaliesberg Weather for the Week Ahead: Wed 16 – Tue 22 January, 2013
Disclaimer: This weather guide is precisely that, a 'guide'! Use it, but question it, and always do your own research before flying! Remember that it is the PIC's responsibility to conduct an independent check of the weather at the point of departure and destination before taking off!
Note: This weather report is for Aeroden (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E), a lodge and airstrip on the northern side of the northern Magaliesberg ridge, 6 miles west of the Hartebeespoort Dam wall - so PLEASE check the relevance to the area in which YOU plan to fly!
ALL COMMENTS/OPINIONS ARE WELCOME! The weatherman can be wrong!
For the LATEST Magaliesberg WX go online to:
Aeroden >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=395350
Brits >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=79714
Firstly, the WEATHER RADAR for South Africa dd. 15.01.2013 @ 20h00:
Comment: Some serious weather that looks like it is here to stay well into next week! Expect rain and cloud along with high winds.
So, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area) for the week ahead:
Comments: The only possible windows for flying are Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. Even then, expect some cloud. Otherwise, keep you feet planted on the deck!
CAUTIONARY: Winds, cloud and rain throughout the week, with the weekend looking particularly grave, with cloud, high winds and heavy rain!
For an instant weather report from Aeroden Weather Station (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E): SMS "AD" to 36010 (Cost R5 - free SMS do not apply)
Useful Weather Websites:
WindGuru http://www.windguru.cz
Kobus Botha Weather http://www.weatherphotos.co.za
South African Weather http://www.weathersa.co.za
For instant weather reports from OTHER Weather Stations, SMS the Weather Station Code (BOLD text) to 35010 (Cost R3 - free SMS do not apply)
Rustenburg FARG
Vaal Dam VAAL
Kitty Hawk FAKT or http://www.fakt.co.za/weatherstation.html
Midrand MID
Aeropark Zynkraal AZA
Krugersdorp FAKR
Other Web-Based & Dial-in Weather Reports:
Kroon (25°39'33.50"S 27°59'58.98"E) http://www.microflyers.co.za/weather/
Aviation MET Office: +27 82 233 9600 or +27 83 233 8800 (provide location/routing and flight level)
Safe Skies!
John.com
WINDGURU CHART LEGEND
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
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Louis Cole
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Re: Magaliesberg Weather
Hi John,John.com wrote:Greetings Fellow Aviators!
I'm back after my trip to Thailand! Unfortunately the results of the study were inconclusive and so they have asked that I return at some later date to conduct further studies!
I can report that microlight and LSA activity around the mainland and islands in Thailand is close to non-existant. The skies are simply empty! In fact the closest I came to recognising anything familiar with 'aviation' was THIS . . . .
Anyway, it's real good to be back, but I was greatly saddened on landing to read the news of the death of Mr. Nawaporn ”Neil” Sawaetwong, well known for developing the first real aeropark in Thailand and for his promotion of microlights and LSA in Thailand. RIP. viewtopic.php?f=16&t=20246.
The first Magaliesberg Weather report of 2013 to follow shortly . . . . .
Let's take extra care when flying in 2013!
Safe Skies!
John.com
Welcome back. Missed your weather reports. Hope to see you in the air soon.
Loneranger
ZU-CEX Raptor 618
25 52.869' S 027 54.940' E
(http://www.opencockpit.co.za)
"Reach for your dreams"
ZU-CEX Raptor 618
25 52.869' S 027 54.940' E
(http://www.opencockpit.co.za)
"Reach for your dreams"
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John.com
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- Location: Broederstroom (Magaliesberg) - home airstrip Aeroden
Re: Magaliesberg Weather
Thanks Louis!! I will be making my return to Jakkalsdans soon!!Louis Cole wrote:Hi John,
Welcome back. Missed your weather reports. Hope to see you in the air soon.
Regards, John.com
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
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John.com
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- Joined: Tue Nov 08, 2011 8:31 pm
- Location: Broederstroom (Magaliesberg) - home airstrip Aeroden
Re: Magaliesberg Weather
Pre-Report Comment: This weekend is a no-no for flying! Rain, cloud and wind! Please take the time to rate this weather report viewtopic.php?f=35&t=20271
Out-of-Five Rating: Saturday Sunday
Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Sat 19 – Sun 20 January, 2013
Disclaimer: This weather guide is precisely that, a 'guide'! Use it, but question it, and always do your own research before flying! Remember that it remains the PIC's responsibility to conduct an independent check of the weather at the point of departure and destination before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!
Note: This weather report is for Aeroden (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E), a lodge and airstrip on the northern side of the northern Magaliesberg ridge, 6 miles west of the Hartebeespoort Dam wall - so PLEASE check the relevance to the area in which YOU plan to fly!
ALL COMMENTS/OPINIONS ARE WELCOME! The weatherman can be wrong!
For the LATEST Magaliesberg WX go online to:
Aeroden >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=395350
Brits >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=79714
Firstly, the WEATHER RADAR for South Africa dd. 10.01.2013 @ 11h00:
Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/
Comment: Heavy rain, cloud and winds the entire weekend.
Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):
(click on image to enlarge)
(Note: This is a ‘2000m AGL’ view of the winds, with the top row of wind arrows at 3000m/9842ft altitude)
Saturday 19th January:
Wind: SE 2-4 knots increasing to ENE 3-8 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Yes, later in the morning
Temperatures: 18-25C
Cloud Cover: Yes
Precipitation: Yes
Comments: Not flying weather!
Sunday 20th January:
Wind: SE 6-13 knots increasing to SE 7-13 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: YES!!
Temperatures: 15-21C
Cloud Cover: Yes
Precipitation: Yes
Comments: Not flying weather!
For an instant weather report from Aeroden Weather Station (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E): SMS "AD" to 36010 (Cost R5 - free SMS do not apply)
CAUTIONARY: Not good weather for flying!
Useful Weather Websites:
WindGuru http://www.windguru.cz
Kobus Botha Weather http://www.weatherphotos.co.za
South African Weather http://www.weathersa.co.za
For instant weather reports from OTHER Weather Stations, SMS the Weather Station Code (BOLD text) to 35010 (Cost R3 - free SMS do not apply)
Rustenburg FARG
Vaal Dam VAAL
Kitty Hawk FAKT or http://www.fakt.co.za/weatherstation.html
Midrand MID
Aeropark Zynkraal AZA
Krugersdorp FAKR
Other Web-Based & Dial-in Weather Reports:
Kroon (25°39'33.50"S 27°59'58.98"E) http://www.microflyers.co.za/weather/
Aviation MET Office: +27 82 233 9600 or +27 83 233 8800 (provide location/routing and flight level)
Safe Skies!
John.com
WINDGURU CHART LEGEND
Out-of-Five Rating: Saturday
Sunday Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Sat 19 – Sun 20 January, 2013
Disclaimer: This weather guide is precisely that, a 'guide'! Use it, but question it, and always do your own research before flying! Remember that it remains the PIC's responsibility to conduct an independent check of the weather at the point of departure and destination before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!
Note: This weather report is for Aeroden (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E), a lodge and airstrip on the northern side of the northern Magaliesberg ridge, 6 miles west of the Hartebeespoort Dam wall - so PLEASE check the relevance to the area in which YOU plan to fly!
ALL COMMENTS/OPINIONS ARE WELCOME! The weatherman can be wrong!
For the LATEST Magaliesberg WX go online to:
Aeroden >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=395350
Brits >> http://www.windguru.cz/int/index.php?sc=79714
Firstly, the WEATHER RADAR for South Africa dd. 10.01.2013 @ 11h00:
Comment: Heavy rain, cloud and winds the entire weekend.
Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):
- Weather - Magaliesberg - 13.01.19-20 - WindGuru - Aeroden 1.png (55.31 KiB) Viewed 3161 times
- Weather - Magaliesberg - 13.01.19-20 - WindGuru - Aeroden 2.jpg (55.31 KiB) Viewed 3161 times
Saturday 19th January:
Wind: SE 2-4 knots increasing to ENE 3-8 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Yes, later in the morning
Temperatures: 18-25C
Cloud Cover: Yes
Precipitation: Yes
Comments: Not flying weather!
Sunday 20th January:
Wind: SE 6-13 knots increasing to SE 7-13 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: YES!!
Temperatures: 15-21C
Cloud Cover: Yes
Precipitation: Yes
Comments: Not flying weather!
For an instant weather report from Aeroden Weather Station (25°43'30.17"S 27°44'23.90"E): SMS "AD" to 36010 (Cost R5 - free SMS do not apply)
CAUTIONARY: Not good weather for flying!
Useful Weather Websites:
WindGuru http://www.windguru.cz
Kobus Botha Weather http://www.weatherphotos.co.za
South African Weather http://www.weathersa.co.za
For instant weather reports from OTHER Weather Stations, SMS the Weather Station Code (BOLD text) to 35010 (Cost R3 - free SMS do not apply)
Rustenburg FARG
Vaal Dam VAAL
Kitty Hawk FAKT or http://www.fakt.co.za/weatherstation.html
Midrand MID
Aeropark Zynkraal AZA
Krugersdorp FAKR
Other Web-Based & Dial-in Weather Reports:
Kroon (25°39'33.50"S 27°59'58.98"E) http://www.microflyers.co.za/weather/
Aviation MET Office: +27 82 233 9600 or +27 83 233 8800 (provide location/routing and flight level)
Safe Skies!
John.com
WINDGURU CHART LEGEND
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
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John.com
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- Location: Broederstroom (Magaliesberg) - home airstrip Aeroden
Re: Magaliesberg Weather
I took my own advice and headed to Aeroden on Thursday late afternoon (6.20pm) and Friday morning (5am) . . . . on both occasions FANTASTIC flying conditions!!
Sunset was 7.04pm yesterday, so I landed at 7.19pm . . . . TO THE MINUTE!
There was little cloud about on both occasions but at least I have had my post-Thailand altitude fix which should see me through this rain-filled weekend!!
Take care out there this weekend chaps . . . . it doesn't look pretty!
Safe Skies!
John.com
Sunset was 7.04pm yesterday, so I landed at 7.19pm . . . . TO THE MINUTE!
There was little cloud about on both occasions but at least I have had my post-Thailand altitude fix which should see me through this rain-filled weekend!!
Take care out there this weekend chaps . . . . it doesn't look pretty!
Safe Skies!
John.com
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
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John.com
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Re: Magaliesberg Weather
A satellite picture of the tropical storm over central Africa . . . . (taken today, Fri 18 Jan 2013):
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
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John.com
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Re: Magaliesberg Weather
Latest weather radar picture of South Africa . . . . .
Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/
It's looks like it's here to stay!
Keep your bird hangered for the next while!
First really good flying day looks like Thursday 24th Jan . . . . ALL DAY! I think I'm taking the day off work!
Even Friday morning looks great!
Safe Skies!
John.com
It's looks like it's here to stay!
Keep your bird hangered for the next while!
First really good flying day looks like Thursday 24th Jan . . . . ALL DAY! I think I'm taking the day off work!
Even Friday morning looks great!
- Weather - Magaliesberg - 13.01.24-25 - WindGuru - Aeroden 1.png (45.6 KiB) Viewed 3084 times
Safe Skies!
John.com
John Comley
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
ZU-BST (the Beautiful Seductive Temptress)
Magaliesberg, South Africa
Read my flying blog here . . . http://johncomley.blogspot.com/
"Truly superior pilots are those who use their superior judgment to avoid those situations where they might have to use their superior skills"
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