Poptún Airport

MGPP / PON

Poptún, GT

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:00Z

No METAR Available for MGPP

Showing weather from nearby airport with METAR data.

Currently using: MGPB
Weather Source: Puerto Barrios Airport (MGPB)
Distance: 60nm / 111km from MGPP

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 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: 1,801 ft
FEW 1,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,501 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Poptún 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
282 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,801 ft)
Pressure Alt
21,939 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 23,451 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +12.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
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)
07:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
14:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 50° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
GPP
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 8,000 ft 0 ft Dirt/Gravel
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Poptún Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MGPP
IATA Code: PON
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,801 ft MSL

Location

City: Poptún
Country: GT
Latitude: 16.325800°
Longitude: -89.416100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,000 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Dirt/Gravel
ILS: No

About Poptún Airport

Poptún Airport (MGPP/PON) is located in Poptún, GT at an elevation of 1,801 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 8,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Poptún Airport serves Poptún in GT. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (09/27) with dirt/gravel surface. The longest runway measures 8,000 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from MGPP, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.