Coban Airport

MGCB / CBV

Coban, GT

Last Updated
Jun 25, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MGCB 251200Z 00000KT 9999 SCT018 17/17 QFE 872.3 RMK FEW200

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,339 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
FEW 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,139 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,339 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Coban Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,800 ft, few at 20,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GCB
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 3,340 ft 50 ft ASP 31°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
31° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MGCB

3,652 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.5%
MVFR
35.4%
IFR
3.6%
LIFR
6.5%

Coban Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 40.2% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 34°C with an average of 20.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 40.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.5%
N
13.1%
S
1.1%
W
7.1%
NE
15.2%
NW
1%
SE
0.9%
SW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.7°C
Range: 7°C to 34°C
7°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

May June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 3,652 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Coban Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MGCB
IATA Code: CBV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,339 ft MSL

Location

City: Coban
Country: GT
Latitude: 15.469000°
Longitude: -90.406700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 3,340 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Coban Airport

Overview

Coban Airport serves the municipal area of Coban in central Guatemala, situated at a significant elevation of 4,339 feet mean sea level. The medium-sized airport provides essential regional aviation connectivity in a mountainous terrain environment, supporting local transportation needs with its single asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Coban Airport demonstrate significant variability, with marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions predominating at 47.3% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly easterly winds averaging 4.7 knots, with calm conditions occurring in 45.7% of recorded periods. The temperature range between 8°C and 29°C offers relatively stable thermal conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 4,339 feet MSL presents performance considerations for aircraft operations, particularly during warmer temperatures. The single runway (03/21) measures 3,340 feet in length, which requires careful performance planning for various aircraft types. Terrain surrounding the airport likely includes mountainous landscapes typical of central Guatemala's topographical characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 benefits from highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.6 knots. Pilots should note the best VFR months are September, January, and October, which offer the most consistently favorable visual flying conditions. The consistently good visibility (average 10 statute miles) supports relatively straightforward approach and landing operations.

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.