Golfito Airport

MRGF / GLF

Golfito, CR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 20:00Z

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Weather Source: Enrique Malek International Airport (MPDA)
Distance: 47nm / 87km from MRGF

Current Weather

Display Units
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20:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
6 kt
180°
8 km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MPDA 222000Z 18006KT 8000 -TSRA SCT012CB BKN080 29/22 Q1008 TEMPO 6000 TSRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 49 ft
SCT 1,200 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,249 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,049 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Golfito Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 8 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 6 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 02:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (49 ft)
Pressure Alt
207 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,899 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MPDA 221700Z 2218/2306 21009KT 9999 SCT018 TEMPO 2302/2306 00000KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:00Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z TEMPO
+5h
VFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RGF
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
4,593 ft 66 ft ASP 135°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Golfito Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MRGF
IATA Code: GLF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 49 ft MSL

Location

City: Golfito
Country: CR
Latitude: 8.654010°
Longitude: -83.182198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 4,593 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Golfito Airport

Overview

Golfito Airport serves the southern Pacific coastal region of Costa Rica, located in the Puntarenas province. Situated at 49 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for the Golfito area, supporting regional and local aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location near 8.6540°N, 83.1822°W suggests potential maritime weather influences with possible variable wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential tropical weather patterns typical of Costa Rica's southern Pacific region, including potential seasonal precipitation and humidity variations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (13/31) measuring 4,593 feet long with an asphalt surface. Its relatively low elevation and proximity to coastal terrain may require careful attention to local topographical and wind conditions during approach and departure operations.

Approach Considerations

With a runway orientation of 13/31, pilots should consider prevailing wind directions when planning approaches. The 4,593-foot runway length accommodates medium-sized aircraft, but precise performance calculations are recommended based on specific aircraft characteristics and current meteorological 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

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.