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MVFRQuezaltenango Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,000 feet and 8 km visibility. Note: This observation is 11.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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| 05/23 | 6,900 ft | 0 ft | Asphalt | 0° |
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Weather Statistics - MGQZ
4,818 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Quezaltenango Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 9.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 46.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, December.
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Statistics computed from 4,818 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Quezaltenango Airport
Quezaltenango Airport (MGQZ/AAZ) is located in Quezaltenango, GT at an elevation of 7,779 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 6,900 feet.
Weather Profile
With VFR conditions only 62.7% of the time based on 4,818 observations, MGQZ requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 3% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at MGQZ come from the N (0°) with an average speed of 9.1 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (46.4% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 05/23 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are February, January, December, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -4°C (25°F) to 28°C (82°F), averaging 16.3°C (61°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29 to 31 inHg (982-1050 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 4,818 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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