Leeward Point Field

MUGM / NBW

Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, CU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
21 kt
90° G29 kt
10 SM
Visibility
25,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MUGM 041751Z 09021G29KT 10SM FEW030 BKN250 30/21 A3000 RMK AO2 PK WND 09029/1746 SLP159 T03000211 10311 20228 58019 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 56 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,056 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,056 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (56 ft)
Pressure Alt
-27 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,786 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MUGM 0415/0515 06009KT 9999 FEW030 FEW250 QNH3000INS BECMG 0415/0417 09020G30KT 9999 FEW030 FEW250 QNH2994INS FM042200 09016G26KT 9999 FEW030 FEW250 QNH2995INS BECMG 0422/0424 04011KT 9999 FEW030 QNH2999INS FM050200 33006KT 9999 FEW030 QNH2997INS TX31/0418Z TN22/0511Z FN20094
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
22:00Z FM042200
+4h
VFR 90° 16 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
22:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 40° 11 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z FM050200
+8h
VFR 330° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UGM
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
8,000 ft 200 ft ASP 90°
20.7 kt 3.6 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 - MUGM

5,842 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.6%
MVFR
3%
IFR
1%
LIFR
4.4%

Leeward Point Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 34°C with an average of 25.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.3%
NE
2.9%
E
12.3%
SE
9.6%
S
7%
SW
1.7%
W
2.7%
NW
42.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.8°C
Range: 14°C to 34°C
14°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

March January November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,842 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Leeward Point Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MUGM
IATA Code: NBW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 56 ft MSL

Location

City: Guantanamo Bay Naval Station
Country: CU
Latitude: 19.906500°
Longitude: -75.207100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 8,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Leeward Point Field

Overview

Leeward Point Field serves the Guantanamo Bay Naval Station in Cuba, positioned at 19.906500, -75.207100 with an elevation of 56 feet MSL. As a medium airport, it supports military and naval aviation operations in a strategically important Caribbean location. The facility features a single asphalt runway (10/28) measuring 8000 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data reveals predominantly excellent VFR conditions 89.6% of the time, with minimal periods of reduced visibility. Temperature ranges from 18°C to 34°C, averaging 26.3°C, providing generally stable flying environments. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest (315°) at an average of 8.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots and rare calm periods (1.8%).

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning in Guantanamo Bay offers unique environmental characteristics for pilots. Its coastal location influences wind patterns and visibility, with an average visibility of 9.5 statute miles. The runway alignment and surrounding terrain suggest potential for consistent wind conditions and predictable approach environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 4.9 knots. January, November, and December represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate generally stable approach conditions with minimal meteorological interference.

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.