Gulfport Biloxi International Airport

KGPT / GPT

Gulfport, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
17:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
13 kt
110° G18 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KGPT 041753Z 11013G18KT 10SM CLR 24/17 A3022 RMK AO2 SLP231 T02390172 10239 20189 58005
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1022 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (28 ft)
Pressure Alt
-265 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 822 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KGPT 041748Z 0418/0518 12013G21KT P6SM SKC FM050100 12006KT 6SM BR BKN003 BKN035 FM050900 13005KT 4SM BR OVC003 FM051700 13008KT P6SM OVC007
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM
01:00Z FM050100
+7h
LIFR 120° 6 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPT
04
22
14 ✈️
32
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 40°
4.4 kt 12.2 kt
70° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
9,002 ft 150 ft PEM 135°
11.3 kt 6.5 kt
30° angle
18/36 4,935 ft 150 ft ASP 180°
4.4 kt 12.2 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KGPT

5,081 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.4%
MVFR
14.5%
IFR
7.1%
LIFR
7%

Gulfport Biloxi International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 29.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.4%
NE
6%
E
5.4%
SE
12.7%
S
14.8%
SW
2%
W
3.3%
NW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.7°C
Range: -7°C to 33°C
-7°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.6%
Fog Frequency: 5.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,081 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gulfport Biloxi International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KGPT
IATA Code: GPT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 28 ft MSL

Location

City: Gulfport
Country: US
Latitude: 30.407301°
Longitude: -89.070099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 9,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 4,935 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gulfport Biloxi International Airport

Overview

Gulfport Biloxi International Airport serves the Mississippi Gulf Coast region as a medium-sized airport situated at 28 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 30.407301, -89.070099, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, general aviation, and potential military operations in southeastern Mississippi.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KGPT are predominantly favorable for flying, with VFR conditions present 74% of the time. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 33°C, creating consistent operational environments across seasons. Pilots can expect prevailing northerly winds averaging 7.1 knots, with calm conditions occurring 30.2% of the time and maximum wind speeds reaching 23 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with substantial lengths: Runway 14/32 at 9,002 feet (the longest), Runway 04/22 at 7,000 feet, and Runway 18/36 at 4,935 feet. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind conditions ranging between 3.4 and 5.2 knots. Surface composition includes asphalt (ASP) and Portland cement (PEM) materials.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months at KGPT. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 2.3% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should anticipate potential fog events occurring in approximately 5.3% of observations, which could impact approach and landing 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.