Lumberton Regional Airport

KLBT / LBT

Lumberton, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
06:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
3 kt
170°
7 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLBT 050656Z AUTO 17003KT 7SM CLR 13/13 A3023 RMK AO2 SLP235 T01330133
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (126 ft)
Pressure Alt
-197 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -407 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KLBT 050520Z 0506/0606 18004KT P6SM SCT250 FM050800 VRB03KT 5SM BR SCT006 BKN250 TEMPO 0510/0513 1 1/2SM BR OVC006 FM051500 22006KT P6SM BKN015 FM051900 23008KT P6SM SCT150
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
08:00Z FM050800
+1h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
Mist
10:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Mist
15:00Z FM051500
+8h
MVFR 220° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LBT
01
19 ✈️
05
23
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
4,974 ft 150 ft ASP
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
05/23 5,510 ft 150 ft ASP 45°
1.7 kt 2.5 kt
125° angle
13/31 4,998 ft 150 ft ASP 124°
2.1 kt 2.2 kt
46° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLBT

5,005 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.5%
MVFR
13.3%
IFR
10.5%
LIFR
4.7%

Lumberton Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 25.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.4%
NE
14.5%
E
5.3%
SE
3.6%
S
6.1%
SW
11.4%
W
8.3%
NW
9.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 11°C
Range: -16°C to 34°C
-16°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.4%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

November October January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,005 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lumberton Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLBT
IATA Code: LBT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 126 ft MSL

Location

City: Lumberton
Country: US
Latitude: 34.610773°
Longitude: -79.059430°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,974 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05/23
Length: 5,510 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 4,998 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lumberton Regional Airport

Overview

Lumberton Regional Airport (KLBT) serves the Lumberton area in the United States, situated at an elevation of 126 feet MSL. The airport features three asphalt runways ranging from 4,974 to 5,510 feet in length, supporting various aviation operations for the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KLBT demonstrate predominantly visual flight rules (VFR) operations, with 75.4% of observations in VFR conditions. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 34°C, with average visibility of 9.2 statute miles. Pilots can expect the most consistent VFR conditions during November, January, and October.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways (01/19, 05/23, and 13/31) provide flexibility for aircraft operations across different wind directions. Wind patterns are characterized by a northerly prevailing direction at an average of 7.3 knots, with calm conditions occurring 26% of the time. Each runway demonstrates 100% favorable wind coverage with minimal average crosswind components.

Approach Considerations

All three runways offer consistent wind alignment, with average crosswind components between 3.8 and 5.5 knots. Pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, as 2.5% of observations show visibility below 3 statute miles, with light fog present in 2% of reports. The airport's moderate elevation and multiple runway options provide good approach flexibility.

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.