Frank Pais International Airport

MUHG / HOG

Holguin, CU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
11:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
7 kt
50°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MUHG 041150Z 05007KT 9000 FEW018 23/23 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 361 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,161 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MUHG 041100Z 0412/0512 06008KT 9000 SCT020 BECMG 0414/0415 07013KT TEMPO 0418/0500 SCT020TCU BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: 9 km
14:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 70° 13 kt
18:00Z TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UHG
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
10,624 ft 148 ft ASP 46°
7.0 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

Weather Statistics - MUHG

4,268 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.7%
MVFR
27.9%
IFR
3%
LIFR
3.4%

Frank Pais International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 36°C with an average of 24.3°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.8%
NE
46.6%
E
25.5%
SE
5.4%
S
3.4%
SW
2.2%
W
2.2%
NW
1.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.3°C
Range: 8°C to 36°C
8°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 13.7%

Best Months for VFR

February March November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,268 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Frank Pais International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MUHG
IATA Code: HOG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 361 ft MSL

Location

City: Holguin
Country: CU
Latitude: 20.785601°
Longitude: -76.315102°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 10,624 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Frank Pais International Airport

Overview

Frank Pais International Airport serves Holguin, Cuba, functioning as a medium-sized airport positioned at 361 feet above sea level. Located at coordinates 20.785601, -76.315102, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and supports both commercial and potentially military operations in northeastern Cuba.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Frank Pais are predominantly VFR, with 62.8% of observations indicating clear flying conditions. Winds predominantly originate from the northeast (45°) at an average of 6.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 17 knots. Temperature variations range from 14°C to 36°C, with an average of 25°C, presenting stable thermal conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 extends 10,624 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial length for diverse aircraft types. Surrounding terrain likely presents typical Caribbean coastal characteristics, with potential wind interactions typical of coastal airport environments. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with occasional fog presence noted in 14% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.4 knots. November, December, and September represent the most consistent VFR months, potentially offering the most predictable approach conditions. Pilots should anticipate stable approach environments with generally excellent visibility and moderate wind 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.