Greenbrier Valley Airport

KLWB / LWB

Lewisburg, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 19:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
19:45Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
10 kt
300° G22 kt
10 SM
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLWB 041945Z 30010G22KT 10SM VCTS SCT035 BKN050 26/19 A3013 RMK LTG DSNT ALQDS

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,302 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,802 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,302 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Greenbrier Valley Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 10 knots with gusts to 22 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component (gusting to 22 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Fog.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
943 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,302 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,100 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,972 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KLWB 041720Z 0418/0518 23005KT P6SM SCT050 FM042000 26007KT P6SM VCTS BKN050CB FM050000 00000KT P6SM SCT080 BKN250 FM050600 06001KT 4SM BR BKN250 FM050900 00000KT 1/4SM FG OVC001 FM051400 00000KT P6SM SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z FM050000
+4h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
06:00Z FM050600
+10h
MVFR 60° 1 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LWB
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
7,004 ft 150 ft ASP 35°
1.7 kt 9.8 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLWB

12,583 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.1%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
3.1%
LIFR
5%

Greenbrier Valley Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 112 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 112 kt
Calm Winds: 11.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.1%
N
18.1%
S
10.7%
W
20.8%
NE
6.9%
NW
10.4%
SE
3.6%
SW
14.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.1°C
Range: -18°C to 32°C
-18°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 2%
Fog Frequency: 4.6%

Best Months for VFR

July April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 12,583 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Greenbrier Valley Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLWB
IATA Code: LWB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,302 ft MSL

Location

City: Lewisburg
Country: US
Latitude: 37.857914°
Longitude: -80.400438°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,004 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Greenbrier Valley Airport

Overview

Greenbrier Valley Airport serves the Lewisburg area in West Virginia as a medium-sized airport positioned at 2,302 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 37.857914, -80.400438, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the regional transportation network in a mountainous terrain environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable VFR conditions 71% of the time, with marginal VFR conditions occurring 22.7% of observation periods. Wind patterns are consistently westerly at 270 degrees with an average speed of 6.8 knots, though occasional gusts up to 47 knots are possible. Temperatures range dramatically from -17°C to 28°C, with September through November presenting the most stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (04/22) measuring 7,004 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft. Terrain surrounding the airport suggests potential for challenging wind conditions and potential mechanical turbulence, particularly given the mountainous regional topography. Wind data indicates calm conditions approximately 9% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 4.6 knots. Pilots should anticipate potential visibility reductions, as 2.6% of observations report fog and 2.1% show visibility below 3 statute miles. Standard preparation for mountain airport operations, including careful wind assessment and terrain awareness, is recommended.

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.