Gibraltar Airport

LXGB / GIB

Gibraltar, GI

Last Updated
Mar 4, 14:20Z

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Current Weather

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Recent 45 min ago
14:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
4 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LXGB 041420Z 35004KT 9999 FEW012 BKN070 12/09 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 12 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,212 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,012 ft AMSL
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (12 ft)
Pressure Alt
20 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -337 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LXGB 041341Z 0415/0423 28008KT 9999 FEW010 PROB30 TEMPO 0415/0418 7000 SHRA SCT015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
XGB
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
0.7 kt 3.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LXGB

7,405 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.4%
MVFR
18.8%
IFR
4.7%
LIFR
2.1%

Gibraltar Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperatures typically range between 6°C and 31°C with an average of 16.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.7%
NE
4.2%
E
26.6%
SE
1.4%
S
2.7%
SW
17.5%
W
44.8%
NW
1.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.9°C
Range: 6°C to 31°C
6°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

November December September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,405 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gibraltar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LXGB
IATA Code: GIB
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 12 ft MSL

Location

City: Gibraltar
Country: GI
Latitude: 36.151199°
Longitude: -5.349660°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gibraltar Airport

Overview

Gibraltar Airport serves as a critical transportation hub for the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar, situated at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula. The airport's single runway (09/27) at 6,000 feet provides essential connectivity for both civilian and military aviation operations in this strategically located region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 12 feet mean sea level suggests relatively stable atmospheric conditions with minimal altitude-related performance considerations. Being located at the confluence of the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, pilots should anticipate potential wind variations and maritime weather influences that can impact approach and departure procedures.

Notable Features

Gibraltar Airport is uniquely characterized by its geographic positioning, with the runway intersecting the primary road connecting Gibraltar to Spain. The surrounding terrain includes significant topographical features like the Rock of Gibraltar, which can create complex local wind patterns and potential turbulence during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Given the runway's orientation of 09/27, pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind conditions typical of the region's maritime environment. The airport's strategic location requires careful attention to local geographic and meteorological factors that could influence aircraft performance and navigation.

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.

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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.