Sir Seretse Khama International Airport

FBSK / GBE

Gaborone, BW

Last Updated
Mar 5, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FBSK 051300Z VRB02KT 9999 -RA BKN020 FEW030CB SCT065 20/19 Q1015 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,299 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 6,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,299 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,299 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,799 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
905 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,299 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,247 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,639 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FBSK 051000Z 0512/0618 03008KT 9999 BKN020 FEW030CB PROB30 TEMPO 0512/0523 TSRA BECMG 0600/0602 OVC014 PROB30 TEMPO 0600/0818 TSRA FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:51Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 30° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
00:00Z BECMG
+11h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,400 ft
00:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+11h
MVFR
Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSK
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 13,123 ft 148 ft CON 61° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FBSK

3,683 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.8%
MVFR
14%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0.3%

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 36°C with an average of 23.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.2%
NE
40.7%
E
23.3%
SE
11.9%
S
5.8%
SW
2.8%
W
4.4%
NW
2.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.6°C
Range: 9°C to 36°C
9°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

September February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,683 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FBSK
IATA Code: GBE
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,299 ft MSL

Location

City: Gaborone
Country: BW
Latitude: -24.555201°
Longitude: 25.918200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Sir Seretse Khama International Airport

Overview

Sir Seretse Khama International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Botswana, located in the capital city of Gaborone. Situated at an elevation of 3,299 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its substantial runway of 13,123 feet supports large aircraft operations and serves as a key transportation hub for international and domestic flights.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate high-altitude conditions typical of Botswana's elevated terrain, with significant temperature variations between day and night. The airport's elevation at 3,299 feet MSL will impact aircraft performance, particularly during warmer periods. Wind patterns along the 08/26 runway orientation can influence approach and takeoff strategies, requiring careful performance calculations.

Notable Features

The airport's concrete runway (CON) provides a stable surface for heavy aircraft operations. Its geographic coordinates at -24.555201, 25.918200 place it in the southeastern region of Botswana, surrounded by relatively flat terrain. The substantial runway length of 13,123 feet accommodates a wide range of aircraft types, from regional commuters to large international jets.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26's extended length offers flexibility for various aircraft types and provides multiple approach options. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway alignment when planning arrivals and departures. The airport's high elevation requires careful attention to density altitude effects, particularly during warmer operational periods.

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

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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.