Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport

KPIB / PIB

Moselle, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
18:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
10 kt
190°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPIB 041856Z AUTO 19010KT 10SM CLR 27/16 A3018 RMK AO2 SLP219 T02720156 $
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (298 ft)
Pressure Alt
36 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,548 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPIB 041735Z 0418/0518 14004KT P6SM BKN050 FM050400 16004KT P6SM SCT009 BKN015 FM050800 VRB03KT 6SM BR OVC007 FM051400 17005KT P6SM BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
04:00Z FM050400
+9h
MVFR 160° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PIB
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
6,501 ft 150 ft ASP 180°
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPIB

5,477 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.2%
MVFR
17.8%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
12.4%

Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 22% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 35.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 35.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.1%
NE
6.7%
E
4.5%
SE
6.3%
S
15.9%
SW
5.3%
W
2.3%
NW
7.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.1°C
Range: -9°C to 34°C
-9°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.1%
Fog Frequency: 5.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,477 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPIB
IATA Code: PIB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 298 ft MSL

Location

City: Moselle
Country: US
Latitude: 31.467100°
Longitude: -89.337097°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 6,501 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport

Overview

Hattiesburg Laurel Regional Airport serves the metropolitan area of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, located in Moselle. As a medium-sized airport situated at 298 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and general aviation in southeastern Mississippi.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KPIB demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 59.6% of observations. Pilots should anticipate occasional instrument meteorological conditions, with MVFR (16.6%), IFR (10%), and LIFR (13.8%) conditions present throughout the year. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 34°C, with an average of 16°C, suggesting potential for diverse weather challenges.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (18/36) extending 6,501 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind patterns are characterized by a northerly prevailing direction at 0 degrees, with an average speed of 5.9 knots and maximum gusts reaching 19 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 38.9% of observations, providing relatively stable flying environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 offers favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2.5 knots. Visibility averages 8.9 statute miles, with only 4.6% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months for pilots planning operations at this regional airport.

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
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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.