Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport

MZBZ / BZE

Belize City, BZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

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Current Weather

Display Units
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02:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
9 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MZBZ 040200Z 07009KT 9999 FEW020 27/23 A3000 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 15 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,015 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (15 ft)
Pressure Alt
-68 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,376 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MZBZ 040300Z 0406/0506 07006KT 9999 SCT022 PROB30 TEMPO 0411/0418 5000 SHRA BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZBZ
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
9,678 ft 148 ft ASP 77°
9.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MZBZ

2,993 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.5%
MVFR
15.7%
IFR
4.6%
LIFR
3.2%

Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 56 knots. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 33°C with an average of 26°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 56 kt
Calm Winds: 4.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.3%
NE
20.5%
E
27.1%
SE
8.6%
S
2.2%
SW
1.6%
W
6.8%
NW
16.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 26°C
Range: 11°C to 33°C
11°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

October February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 2,993 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MZBZ
IATA Code: BZE
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 15 ft MSL

Location

City: Belize City
Country: BZ
Latitude: 17.539951°
Longitude: -88.303556°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 9,678 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport

Overview

Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Belize, located near Belize City at coordinates 17.539951, -88.303556. The airport sits at a low elevation of 15 ft mean sea level and operates a single substantial runway 07/25, which measures 9,678 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Belize's tropical maritime climate influences airport weather conditions, characterized by distinct wet and dry seasons that impact aviation operations. The low elevation and coastal location suggest potential for variable wind conditions and occasional maritime-influenced meteorological challenges. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and tropical weather patterns typical of the Caribbean region.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway configuration at 07/25 provides a significant operational length of 9,678 feet, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Its low elevation and proximity to coastal terrain creates a relatively straightforward approach environment with minimal terrain-related complications. The asphalt surface provides consistent runway characteristics for most aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25's orientation suggests potential wind-influenced approach considerations, with headwind and crosswind components varying by seasonal meteorological patterns. The extended runway length of 9,678 feet provides substantial margin for most aircraft performance envelopes, offering flexibility in landing and takeoff operations. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and approach briefings consistent with Caribbean coastal airport environments.

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.