Grand Bahama International Airport

MYGF / FPO

Freeport, BS

Last Updated
Jul 4, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
4 kt
170°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MYGF 040700Z AUTO 17004KT //// R24///// // FEW023/// 29/24 A3004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7 ft
FEW 2,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,307 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Grand Bahama International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,300 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MYGF 040500Z 0406/0506 16009KT 9999 FEW020 SCT039 PROB30 TEMPO 0412/0416 8000 SHRA SCT016 SCT018 BKN060 BECMG 0420/0422 9999 FEW020 SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YGF
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
11,019 ft 151 ft ASP 61°
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MYGF

7,701 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.3%
MVFR
11.2%
IFR
1.2%
LIFR
0.3%

Grand Bahama International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 6°C and 33°C with an average of 23.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, June, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
27.1%
N
10.8%
S
12.5%
W
4.6%
NE
17.2%
NW
7.3%
SE
13.6%
SW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.4°C
Range: 6°C to 33°C
6°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

November June July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,701 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Grand Bahama International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MYGF
IATA Code: FPO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7 ft MSL

Location

City: Freeport
Country: BS
Latitude: 26.558701°
Longitude: -78.695602°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 11,019 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Grand Bahama International Airport

Overview

Grand Bahama International Airport serves Freeport, Bahamas, as a critical medium-sized airport in the Caribbean region. Located at coordinates 26.558701, -78.695602 with an elevation of 7 feet MSL, the airport provides essential air transportation infrastructure for Grand Bahama Island.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at MYGF are predominantly favorable for visual flight operations, with 88.8% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 7.7 knots, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 32°C and an average of 23°C. October, November, and September offer the most stable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (06/24) with an impressive length of 11,019 feet, constructed with asphalt surface. Its low elevation and coastal location contribute to generally stable atmospheric conditions, with minimal instances of low-visibility weather (fog occurs in only 1.1% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Pilots can expect an average crosswind of 4.1 knots, making most approaches relatively straightforward. The consistently good visibility (average 10 statute miles) further supports predictable approach and landing operations.

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.