Maun Airport

FBMN / MUB

Maun, BW

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
8 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FBMN 041500Z 15008KT 120V180 9999 SCT020 FEW030CB 28/23 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,093 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,093 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,093 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FBMN 041000Z 0412/0512 09006KT 9999 BKN025 FEW035CB PROB30 TEMPO 0412/0512 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BMN
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
6,562 ft 98 ft ASP 66°
2.7 kt 7.5 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FBMN

2,980 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.3%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0.4%

Maun Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 38°C with an average of 25.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.6%
NE
18.5%
E
35.8%
SE
18.7%
S
7.4%
SW
2.9%
W
2.4%
NW
3.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.9°C
Range: 14°C to 38°C
14°C 38°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 2,980 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Maun Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FBMN
IATA Code: MUB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,093 ft MSL

Location

City: Maun
Country: BW
Latitude: -19.970491°
Longitude: 23.431409°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Maun Airport

Overview

Maun Airport serves as a critical aviation gateway in Botswana, located at an elevation of 3093 ft MSL near the town of Maun. Positioned at coordinates -19.970491, 23.431409, this medium-sized airport facilitates regional transportation and supports operations in northern Botswana's significant tourism and wildlife regions.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Maun Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 84.2% of observations in VFR conditions. The prevailing easterly winds average 7.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots, and temperatures ranging from 14°C to 38°C with a mean of 26.3°C. September through November represent the most consistently good VFR flying months.

Notable Features

The single runway 08/26 is 6562 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating a variety of aircraft types. Wind analysis indicates 100% favorable wind coverage for the runway, with an average crosswind component of only 4 knots. The airport's relatively high elevation and geographic location suggest potential thermal and convective weather considerations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 offers consistent wind alignment, making approaches predictable for most wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate easterly winds and prepare for potential temperature-related performance considerations at the 3093 ft elevation. Standard VFR approaches are viable in over 84% of observed conditions, with minimal risk of low visibility or instrument meteorological conditions.

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.