Maun Airport

FBMN / MUB

Maun, BW

Last Updated
Apr 22, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
5 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FBMN 221400Z 03005KT 360V070 9999 BKN020 21/19 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,093 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,093 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Maun Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 5 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 03:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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 FBMN 221000Z 2212/2312 12009KT 9999 BKN015 FEW035CB PROB30 TEMPO 2212/2218 TSRA BECMG 2300/2302 BKN020 PROB30 TEMPO 2303/2312 TSRA FEW035CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:28Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 120° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
00:00Z BECMG
+10h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 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°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FBMN

3,962 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0.3%

Maun Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 38°C with an average of 25.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 1.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.8%
NE
18.5%
E
36.6%
SE
19.7%
S
7.3%
SW
2.6%
W
2%
NW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.3°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 April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 3,962 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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
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.