Coban Airport

MGCB / CBV

Coban, GT

Last Updated
Mar 4, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
6 kt
50°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MGCB 040000Z 05006KT CAVOK 20/12 QFE 871.3 RMK FEW060

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,339 ft
FEW 6,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,339 ft AMSL

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
Active: 03
3,340 ft 50 ft ASP 31°
5.6 kt 2.1 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 - MGCB

2,215 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
43.7%
MVFR
44.5%
IFR
4.6%
LIFR
7.1%

Coban Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 43.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 11.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 4.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 43.2% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 29°C with an average of 19.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 4.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 43.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
11%
NE
13.1%
E
20.6%
SE
1%
S
0.9%
SW
2.5%
W
6.8%
NW
0.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.4°C
Range: 7°C to 29°C
7°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.4%

Best Months for VFR

February September March

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 2,215 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.