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Weather Briefing
VFRBocas del Toro International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 6.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 900 ft, scattered at 2,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
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4,921 ft | 85 ft | ASP | 87° |
↑ 3.5 kt
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↔ 2.0 kt
30° angle
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Weather Statistics - MPBO
2,308 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Bocas del Toro International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.4°C (range: 25°C to 31°C). The best months for VFR flying are June, March, October.
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Statistics computed from 2,308 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Bocas del Toro International Airport - Airport Information
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About Bocas del Toro International Airport
Overview
Bocas del Toro International Airport serves Isla Colón in Panama, positioned at 9.340850, -82.250801 with an elevation of 10 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Bocas del Toro archipelago, supporting regional and tourism-related aviation needs.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 81.6% of observations reporting favorable visual flight rules. Westerly winds averaging 5.9 knots characterize the local weather, with a maximum gust potential of 17 knots and calm periods occurring 10.3% of the time. October, September, and December offer the most consistently stable flying conditions.
Notable Features
The single runway 08/26 is 4,921 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's low elevation and coastal location suggest potential maritime weather influences, with consistent temperatures around 30°C and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles.
Approach Considerations
Runway 08/26 benefits from highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of just 2.3 knots. Pilots can expect predictable wind conditions that generally support straightforward approach and landing operations, particularly during the peak VFR months of autumn and early winter.
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