Maurice Bishop International Airport

TGPY / GND

Saint George's, GD

Last Updated
Jul 6, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
10 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TGPY 061100Z 12010KT 9999 SCT017 SCT040 28/26 Q1015 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 41 ft
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,741 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,041 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Maurice Bishop International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 10 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,700 ft, scattered at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 26°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain.

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
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (41 ft)
Pressure Alt
-12 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,558 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF TGPY 060400Z 0606/0706 10012KT 5000 SHRA FEW014CB BKN016 BECMG 0612/0614 9999 SCT019
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:26Z BASE
+0h
IFR 100° 12 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
Showers Rain
12:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPY
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
9,003 ft 148 ft ASP 90°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - TGPY

7,348 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.1%
MVFR
3.6%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0.1%

Maurice Bishop International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 12 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.9°C (range: 22°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are July, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 12 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
65.6%
N
0.2%
S
0.7%
W
0.1%
NE
0.5%
NW
0.1%
SE
30.7%
SW
0%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.9°C
Range: 22°C to 33°C
22°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,348 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Maurice Bishop International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TGPY
IATA Code: GND
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 41 ft MSL

Location

City: Saint George's
Country: GD
Latitude: 12.004200°
Longitude: -61.786201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 9,003 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Maurice Bishop International Airport

Overview

Maurice Bishop International Airport serves Saint George's, Grenada, as a medium-sized airport situated at 41 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 12.004200, -61.786201, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for this Caribbean island nation. Its single runway 10/28 spans 9,003 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and international air traffic.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Maurice Bishop International are predominantly excellent for visual flight rules (VFR), with 97.1% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the east (90 degrees) average 11.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 28.1°C with a narrow range between 22°C and 33°C, creating stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning in the Caribbean means pilots should anticipate maritime influences on local weather patterns. Runway 10/28 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% of wind observations supporting comfortable approach and departure conditions. Calm wind conditions occur only 3.5% of the time, indicating generally consistent air movement.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should prioritize runway 10/28, which experiences an average crosswind of just 3.2 knots. September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable months for VFR operations, offering optimal visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Pilots can expect minimal visibility restrictions, with zero reported instances of fog or sustained low-visibility 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.