Greenbrier Valley Airport

KLWB / LWB

Lewisburg, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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21:45Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
7 kt
20°
10 SM
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLWB 042145Z 02007KT 10SM SCT050 OVC060 15/132 A3019

Clouds - Visual Profile

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KLWB 041949Z 0420/0518 VRB04KT P6SM -SHRA OVC025 FM050000 00000KT P6SM OVC035 FM050900 00000KT 3SM BR SCT025 OVC050 FM051400 22003KT P6SM SCT060 BKN200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:52Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
00:00Z FM050000
+2h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
09:00Z FM050900
+11h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LWB
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
7,004 ft 150 ft ASP 35°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLWB

6,566 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.2%
MVFR
23%
IFR
3.3%
LIFR
5.6%

Greenbrier Valley Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 47 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 47 kt
Calm Winds: 8.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
17%
NE
7.6%
E
3%
SE
2.9%
S
8.6%
SW
13.7%
W
26.3%
NW
12.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.5°C
Range: -18°C to 28°C
-18°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.8%
Fog Frequency: 4.6%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,566 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.