Orangeburg Municipal Airport

KOGB / OGB

Orangeburg, US

Last Updated
Apr 21, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
6 kt
10°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOGB 212053Z AUTO 01006KT 10SM CLR 24/00 A3027 RMK AO2 SLP248 T02390000 58021

Weather Briefing

VFR

Orangeburg Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 6 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (195 ft)
Pressure Alt
-158 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 969 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KOGB 211721Z 2118/2218 06008KT P6SM SKC FM212300 14004KT P6SM FEW250 FM220500 VRB03KT P6SM SCT250 FM221400 23008KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z FM212300
+3h
VFR 140° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
05:00Z FM220500
+9h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OGB
05
23
13
31
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 4,500 ft 100 ft ASP 42°
5.1 kt 3.2 kt
32° angle
13/31 2,800 ft 165 ft GRS 121°
2.2 kt 5.6 kt
111° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
5,401 ft 100 ft ASP 167°
5.6 kt 2.1 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 - KOGB

6,617 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.6%
MVFR
13.7%
IFR
8.2%
LIFR
4.5%

Orangeburg Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 30.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.7%
NE
14.8%
E
2.7%
SE
2.7%
S
9.9%
SW
12.5%
W
10.2%
NW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.3°C
Range: -8°C to 34°C
-8°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.2%
Fog Frequency: 4.7%

Best Months for VFR

April November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,617 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Orangeburg Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOGB
IATA Code: OGB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 195 ft MSL

Location

City: Orangeburg
Country: US
Latitude: 33.456799°
Longitude: -80.859497°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 2,800 ft
Width: 165 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,401 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Orangeburg Municipal Airport

Overview

Orangeburg Municipal Airport serves the city of Orangeburg, South Carolina, providing general aviation services in the central part of the state. Located at 33.456799, -80.859497 with an elevation of 195 feet MSL, the airport features three runways accommodating various aircraft operations. The airport's strategic location and multiple runway configurations make it a significant regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KOGB demonstrate excellent VFR flying opportunities, with 73.2% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Prevailing winds from the northeast (45°) average 6.6 knots, with occasional calm conditions at 33.5% of observations. Temperature variations range from -7°C to 34°C, creating diverse seasonal flying environments. November, September, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months.

Notable Features

The airport offers three runways with different surface types: two asphalt (05/23 and 17/35) and one grass (13/31). The longest runway (17/35) extends 5,401 feet, providing substantial length for various aircraft types. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, which supports consistent operational flexibility across different wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect minimal crosswind challenges, with average crosswind components ranging between 3.3 and 5 knots across runways. Visibility typically exceeds 9 statute miles, with only 3.3% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Occasional fog occurs in 4% of observations, suggesting pilots should monitor local conditions before approach. The multiple runway options provide excellent wind adaptation potential for most aircraft.

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.