Puerto Barrios Airport

MGPB / PBR

Puerto Barrios, GT

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
342 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

MGPB 180700Z 00000KT 9999 FEW017 24/24 Q1010 A2983

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 33 ft
FEW 1,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,733 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Puerto Barrios Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,700 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: few at 1,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

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. 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
342 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
341 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (33 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,171 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,259 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +9.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MGPB 180500Z 1806/1906 00000KT 9999 BKN016 TX32/1820Z TN20/1812Z BECMG 1814/1816 05008KT FEW018 BECMG 1820/1822 SCT020 BECMG 1901/1903 00000KT SCT016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
14:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 50° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPB
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 8,880 ft 110 ft CON 127°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
127° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MGPB

4,951 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.3%
MVFR
16.2%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0.1%

Puerto Barrios Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 58.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 35°C with an average of 24.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 58.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.9%
NE
5.4%
E
5.9%
SE
1.4%
S
0.1%
SW
0%
W
6.3%
NW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.8°C
Range: 15°C to 35°C
15°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 4,951 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Puerto Barrios Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MGPB
IATA Code: PBR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 33 ft MSL

Location

City: Puerto Barrios
Country: GT
Latitude: 15.730900°
Longitude: -88.583801°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 8,880 ft
Width: 110 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Puerto Barrios Airport

Overview

Puerto Barrios Airport (MGPB) serves the eastern coastal region of Guatemala, located at 15.730900, -88.583801 near the city of Puerto Barrios. This medium-sized airport sits at a low elevation of 33 ft MSL, providing access to the Caribbean coastal area and supporting regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Puerto Barrios are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 84.6% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 25.2°C with a range between 18°C and 35°C. Wind patterns are typically light, with a prevailing northerly direction at an average of 6.8 knots and calm conditions present 58.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway (12/30) with a substantial length of 8,880 feet, accommodating a variety of aircraft types. Its coastal location suggests potential for maritime-related aviation activities and regional connectivity. The low elevation and consistent weather patterns contribute to generally stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 4.3 knots. October, September, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots can expect excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and no reported significant fog conditions.

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.