La Aurora Airport

MGGT / GUA

Guatemala City, GT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
8 kt
30°
--
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MGGT 221100Z 03008KT CAVOK 17/14 Q1022 A3018 RMK BKN090 FEW200

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,952 ft
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
FEW 20,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,952 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,952 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

La Aurora Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 8 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Vicinity TSRA. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 06:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Vicinity TSRA between 21:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
857 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,952 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,690 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,118 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MGGT 220500Z 2206/2306 01012KT CAVOK TX26/2220Z TN15/2212Z PROB40 2206/2212 FEW016 BECMG 2214/2216 FEW018 BECMG 2218/2220 18008KT SCT020 TEMPO 2221/2300 VCTSRA SCT020CB SCT090 BECMG 2300/2302 03008KT SCT016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km
14:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR
18:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 180° 8 kt
21:00Z TEMPO
+10h
MVFR
Vicinity TSRA

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GGT
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
9,800 ft 196 ft ASP 17°
7.9 kt 1.4 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 - MGGT

5,696 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.3%
MVFR
31.1%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.6%

La Aurora Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 1.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 11.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 123 knots. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 29°C with an average of 19°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 11.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 123 kt
Calm Winds: 5.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
51.6%
NE
28.2%
E
0.8%
SE
1.4%
S
10%
SW
1.9%
W
0.1%
NW
0.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 19°C
Range: 7°C to 29°C
7°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

February January March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,696 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Aurora Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MGGT
IATA Code: GUA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,952 ft MSL

Location

City: Guatemala City
Country: GT
Latitude: 14.583300°
Longitude: -90.527496°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,800 ft
Width: 196 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About La Aurora Airport

Overview

La Aurora Airport serves as the primary international airport for Guatemala City, located at an elevation of 4,952 feet above mean sea level. Situated in Guatemala's central highlands, this large airport is a critical transportation hub for the country's capital region, handling significant commercial and potentially military traffic.

Flying Conditions

The high-altitude environment at 4,952 ft MSL introduces performance considerations for aircraft, particularly during takeoff and landing. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude challenges, which can significantly impact aircraft performance, especially during warmer periods of the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial runway 02/20 measuring 9,800 feet long with an asphalt surface, providing adequate length for most commercial and larger aircraft operations. Its geographical position in Guatemala City's mountainous terrain suggests potential wind variability and potential terrain-induced turbulence during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20's orientation suggests potential wind alignment variations that pilots should assess during pre-flight planning. The extensive 9,800-foot runway length provides flexibility for various aircraft types, with ample margin for safe operations at the airport's significant elevation.

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.