Magaliesberg Weather Guide

[John.com]

Pre-Report Comment: An awesome weekend for flying!

Out-of-Five Rating: Saturday Sunday



Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Sat 23 – Sun 24 February, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 20.02.2013 @ 20h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: Some cloud about at this point in time, but expected to clear. The tropical storm off the east coast of Africa will have no influence on winds in South Africa.


Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):

Weather - Magaliesburg Aeroden - 13.02.23-24 - WindGuru - 1.png (52.86 KiB) Viewed 3441 times

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(Note: This is a ‘2000m AGL’ view of the winds, with the top row of wind arrows at 3000m/9842ft altitude)


Saturday 23rd February:

Wind: W 2-3 knots increasing to W 4-6 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 13-30C
Cloud Cover: No low-level cloud.
Precipitation: No

Comments: Great day for flying!

Sunday 24th February:

Wind: W 4-6 knots increasing to N 5-6 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 15-30C
Cloud Cover: No
Precipitation: No

Comments: Great day for flying


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: Although winds are light, beware of direction change!


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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)

[John.com]

The weekend is still looking G-R-E-A-T for flying - see earlier report!

Just watch for some gusting (5-10 knots) on Saturday afternoon!

Weather - Magaliesburg Aeroden - 13.02.23-24 - WindGuru - 3.png (60.61 KiB) Viewed 3416 times

Sunday looks P-U-U-U-U-U-R-F-E-C-T!

Safe Skies!

[John.com]

Pre-Report Comment: Some low cloud about but wind-wise, quite flyable!

Out-of-Five Rating: Saturday Sunday



Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Sat 2 – Sun 3 March, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 01.03.2013 @ 14h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: A cloud front is moving through from the south bringing with it rain.


Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):

Weather - Magaliesburg Aeroden - 13.03.02-04 - WindGuru - 1.png (55.13 KiB) Viewed 3357 times

(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 2nd March:

Wind: E 4-6 knots increasing to N 4-5 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Some, but only up to around 12 knots
Temperatures: 14-27C
Cloud Cover: Yes, some low-level cloud
Precipitation: Yes, a possibility of some light rain

Comments: Good wind conditions but assess cloud and rain before flying on the day!

Sunday 3rd March:

Wind: E 3-4 knots increasing to NNE 3-3 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 15-28C
Cloud Cover: Yes, some low-level cloud
Precipitation: Yes, a possibility of some light rain

Comments: Good wind conditions but assess cloud and rain before flying on the day!


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: Possibly of low-cloud and rain, so take care!


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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)

[John.com]

Pre-Report Comment: Saturday morning early will be good for a flight. Sunday is not great!

Out-of-Five Rating: Saturday Sunday



Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Sat 09 – Sun 10 March, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 07.03.2013 @ 20h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: Rain and cloud moving up towards Gauteng, the North West province as well as the eastern parts of the country


Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):

Weather - Magaliesburg Aeroden - 13.03.09-10 - WindGuru - 1.png (69.4 KiB) Viewed 3264 times

(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 9th March:

Wind: N 2-4 knots increasing to NW 7-10 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Yes, up to around 18 knots
Temperatures: 19-31C
Cloud Cover: Very slight chance of low-level cloud
Precipitation: No

Comments: Up until 10am the weather will be near perfect for flying.

Sunday 10th March:

Wind: E 5-12 knots decreasing to NE 7-9 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Yes, up to around 16 knots
Temperatures: 16-25C
Cloud Cover: Yes, some low-level cloud
Precipitation: A chance of rain, especially later in the day

Comments: Not great for flying!


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: Be careful of the weather conditions over the weekend, which could vary in terms of wind, rain or cloud. Be sure to check the weather AGAIN before heading for 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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)

[John.com]

Pre-Report Comment: Not the best weather we've had of late but is still flyable, especially at lower altitudes!

Out-of-Five Rating: Saturday Sunday



Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Sat 16 – Sun 17 March, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 15.03.2013 @ 14h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: Although no significant cloud, light cloud can be expected in some areas. Exercise care!


Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):

Weather - Magaliesberg Aeroden - 13.03.16-17 - WindGuru - 1.png (69.11 KiB) Viewed 3198 times

(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 16th March:

Wind: NNW 2-3 knots increasing to WNW 9-11 knots later in the day (at around 3pm, thereafter dropping off again).
High-Level Winds: Yes, at around 15knots W
Temperatures: 14-27C
Cloud Cover: No, but light scattered cloud possible
Precipitation: No

Comments: Good day for flying! Be aware of winds aloft!


Sunday 17th March:

Wind: N 2-4 knots increasing to WNW 12-16 knots later in the day (at around 3pm, thereafter dropping off again).
High-Level Winds: YES, at around 24knots W. Exercise care above 500ft!!
Temperatures: 15-30C
Cloud Cover: No, but light scattered cloud possible
Precipitation: No

Comments: Winds aloft will create some challenging conditions, especially for those returning from Ntokozo on Sunday! Expect to crab coming home!


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: 1. Westerly winds aloft will create some challenges if flying N-S, so expect to crab! 2. Always be on the lookout for thunderstorms! Keep a 20mile distance from storm front!

Weather Flying Tip: Check the weather at your destination before taking off!


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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)

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Pre-Report Comment: A quick look at Thursday's weather . . . . 'looking good!

Out-of-Five Rating: Thursday



Magaliesberg Weather for Thursday 21 March, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 20.03.2013 @ 20h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: No cloud or rain


Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):

Weather - Magaliesberg Aeroden - 13.03.21 - WindGuru - 1.png (32.85 KiB) Viewed 3126 times

(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)


Thursday 21st March:

Wind: NNW 2-4 knots increasing to W 5-7 knots later in the day.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 16-28C
Cloud Cover: A possibility of low-level cloud later in the day.
Precipitation: No

Comments: Very flyable . . . . enjoy!


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: As always, be alert for the possibility of thunderstorms!


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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)

[John.com]

Pre-Report Comment: Some flying possible! Saturday is better than Sunday.

Out-of-Five Rating: Saturday Sunday



Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Sat 23 – Sun 24 March, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 21.03.2013 @ 20h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: No cloud or fronts visible.


Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):

Weather - Magaliesberg Aeroden - 13.03.23-24 - WindGuru - 1.png (60.65 KiB) Viewed 3103 times

(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 23rd March:

Wind: N 3-4 knots increasing to NW 5-7 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: 13 knots
Temperatures: 16-28C
Cloud Cover: No
Precipitation: No

Comments: Good flying weather!


Sunday 24th March:

Wind: E 4-7 knots, peaking at E 6-10 knots, then decreasing to NE 7-8 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 17-27C
Cloud Cover: Yes, low-level cloud
Precipitation: Yes, possible rain

Comments: Possibly flyable, but check cloud and rain conditions before heading out.


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: Be careful of low cloud and rain on Sunday!


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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)

[John.com]

Pre-Report Comment: Get your flying in on Friday and Saturday! The weather on Sunday and Monday is not great!

Out-of-Five Rating: Friday Saturday Sunday Monday



Magaliesberg Weather for the Long Weekend of Fri 29 March – Mon 01 April, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 28.03.2013 @ 14h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: No fronts but expect cloud on Saturday afternoon


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 29th March:

Wind: NE 2-3 knots increasing to N 4-4 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 14-17C
Cloud Cover: No
Precipitation: No

Comments: A great morning for flying! See you out there!!


Saturday 30th March:

Wind: E 4-6 knots increasing to NE 5-6 knots later in the morning. CAREFUL: Wind picks up later in the day!
High-Level Winds: Yes, but later in the afternoon (12-14 knots)
Temperatures: 17-26C
Cloud Cover: There is a possibility of some low-level cloud
Precipitation: No

Comments: The morning will be good for flying but later is a little tricky with winds at 8-10 knots in the early afternoon!


Sunday 31st March:

Wind: E 5-8 knots increasing to NE 8-11 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Yes, up to 14 knots
Temperatures: 15-26C
Cloud Cover: No
Precipitation: No

Comments: Crosswind at Aeroden!! Recommended for the more experienced pilots!


Monday 1st April:

Wind: NE 6-12 knots increasing to N 9-12 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: Yes, up to 20 knots!
Temperatures: 14-24C
Cloud Cover: No
Precipitation: No

Comments: Not great but flyable for the more experienced pilots! Watch the winds aloft!!


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: Winds picking up from Saturday afternoon until Monday!


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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)

[John.com]

Sneak Peak of Magaliesberg Weather for the Week Ahead: Mon 01 - Sun 07 April, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 01.04.2013 @ 08h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: The cloud that we will see this week is currently visible over the eastern Cape.


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 upcoming weekend looks amazing for flying, so plan ahead and get out there!

CAUTIONARY: Winds and some cloud present from Mon - Thu!


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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)

[John.com]

Pre-Report Comment: WOW!!!! What an amazing three days for flying! No cloud, rain or wind!! Get out there!

Out-of-Five Rating: Friday Saturday Sunday


Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Fri 05 – Sun 07 April, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 04.04.2013 @ 14h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: This image shows the cold front that brought the cold weather on Wednesday and Thursday. By Friday it would have moved through, leaving clear skies!


Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):

Weather - Magaliesberg Aeroden - 13.04.05-07 - WindGuru - 1.png (72.84 KiB) Viewed 2956 times

(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 5th April:

Wind: SE 3-5 knots decreasing to NE 2-2 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 10-23C (colder than normal!)
Cloud Cover: No
Precipitation: No

Comments: FLY!!!


Saturday 6th April:

Wind: SSW 2-3 knots increasing to W 4-5 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No (12 knots at 2000m AGL)
Temperatures: 11-25C
Cloud Cover: No
Precipitation: No

Comments: FLY!!!


Sunday 7th April:

Wind: S 3-4 knots changing to NNW 3-3 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No
Temperatures: 11-26C
Cloud Cover: No
Precipitation: No

Comments: FLY!!!


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: Nil


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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)

[John.com]

Just BUMPing this so that there are no tears on Monday!!!

Three days of near-PERFECT weather!

Check out the weather forecast and flying guide above . . . .

Get out there and burn some holes in the sky!

Keep it safe!

John.com

PS: Please check out this training: Flying at Non-Towered Airports: Training Videos!

[John.com]

'Just want to make sure no one misses the boat tomorrow!

Tomorrow will be AMAZING for flying . . . . . clear skies and little or no wind!!

See above for the full weather guide for Aeroden.

Keep it safe and respect your fellow aviators!

John.com

[John.com]

Pre-Report Comment: Good flying weather this weekend. Colder than normal. Next weekend is looking bad already, so be sure to get your altitude fix whilst you can!

Out-of-Five Rating: Saturday Sunday



Magaliesberg Weather for the Weekend of Sat 13 – Sun 14 April, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 11.04.2013 @ 20h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: The little patch of cloud causing overcast conditions is visible over Pretoria/Magaliesberg, otherwise skies are clear, with no fronts visible.


Now, MAGALIEBERG WEATHER (in the Aeroden area):

Weather - Magaliesberg Aeroden - 13.04.13-14 - WindGuru - 1.png (57.31 KiB) Viewed 2852 times

(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 13th April:

Wind: N 2-5 knots increasing to N 5-5 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No (12-14 knots at high altitude)
Temperatures: 12-23C
Cloud Cover: No - possibility of some low cloud in the afternoon
Precipitation: No

Comments: Great flying weather. Be sure to dress for the cold weather.


Sunday 14th April:

Wind: W 2-3 knots increasing to WNW 4-5 knots later in the morning.
High-Level Winds: No (14 knots at high altitude)
Temperatures: 13-26C
Cloud Cover: No - possibility of some low cloud in the afternoon
Precipitation: No

Comments: Great flying weather. Be sure to dress for the cold 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: Nil


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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)

[John.com]

Pre-Report Comment: Some bad weather heading our way! So it's either a flight on Tue evening or Wed morning, or waiting until Sunday!

Sneak Peak of Magaliesberg Weather for the Week Ahead: Tue 16 - Sun 21 April, 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 as well as en route before taking off, by using official weather sites and official published weather reports!

Note: This weather guide 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. 16.04.2013 @ 14h00:

Weather Radar courtesy of http://www.weatherphotos.co.za/

Comment: Weather on the way!


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: Not flyable from Wednesday late morning until Sunday morning!

CAUTIONARY: Thu - Sat is wind, cloud and 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)

SA Weather and Disaster Observation Service: http://sawdis1.blogspot.com/


Safe Skies!

John.com


WINDGURU CHART LEGEND (click to enlarge)