Orangeburg Municipal Airport

KOGB / OGB

Orangeburg, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
18:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
9 kt
220°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOGB 041853Z AUTO 22009KT 10SM CLR 24/13 A3026 RMK AO2 SLP245 T02440133
QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (195 ft)
Pressure Alt
-158 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 969 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KOGB 041721Z 0418/0518 21005KT P6SM SCT250 FM050000 VRB03KT P6SM SCT250 FM050900 00000KT 2SM BR SCT003 TEMPO 0510/0513 BKN003 FM051400 19004KT P6SM BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z FM050000
+5h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OGB
05
23 ✈️
13
31
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
4,500 ft 100 ft ASP 42°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
13/31 2,800 ft 165 ft GRS 121°
1.4 kt 8.9 kt
99° angle
17/35 5,401 ft 100 ft ASP 167°
5.4 kt 7.2 kt
53° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KOGB

5,247 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.8%
MVFR
15%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
4.6%

Orangeburg Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 30.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.2%
NE
15.9%
E
2.8%
SE
2.3%
S
7.4%
SW
11.7%
W
10.3%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.3°C
Range: -8°C to 34°C
-8°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.5%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

November September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,247 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Orangeburg Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOGB
IATA Code: OGB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 195 ft MSL

Location

City: Orangeburg
Country: US
Latitude: 33.456799°
Longitude: -80.859497°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 2,800 ft
Width: 165 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,401 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Orangeburg Municipal Airport

Overview

Orangeburg Municipal Airport serves the city of Orangeburg, South Carolina, providing general aviation services in the central part of the state. Located at 33.456799, -80.859497 with an elevation of 195 feet MSL, the airport features three runways accommodating various aircraft operations. The airport's strategic location and multiple runway configurations make it a significant regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KOGB demonstrate excellent VFR flying opportunities, with 73.2% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Prevailing winds from the northeast (45°) average 6.6 knots, with occasional calm conditions at 33.5% of observations. Temperature variations range from -7°C to 34°C, creating diverse seasonal flying environments. November, September, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months.

Notable Features

The airport offers three runways with different surface types: two asphalt (05/23 and 17/35) and one grass (13/31). The longest runway (17/35) extends 5,401 feet, providing substantial length for various aircraft types. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, which supports consistent operational flexibility across different wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect minimal crosswind challenges, with average crosswind components ranging between 3.3 and 5 knots across runways. Visibility typically exceeds 9 statute miles, with only 3.3% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Occasional fog occurs in 4% of observations, suggesting pilots should monitor local conditions before approach. The multiple runway options provide excellent wind adaptation potential for most aircraft.

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.