Puerto Barrios Airport

MGPB / PBR

Puerto Barrios, GT

Last Updated
Jul 4, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
343 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MGPB 040700Z 00000KT 9999 SCT016 BKN090 26/25 Q1013 A2991

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 33 ft
SCT 1,600 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,633 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,033 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Puerto Barrios Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 20:00Z 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.

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

QNH
343 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
342 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (33 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,141 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,469 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +11.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MGPB 040500Z 0406/0506 00000KT CAVOK TX34/0420Z TN25/0412Z BECMG 0409/0411 FEW016 BECMG 0415/0417 06006KT FEW020 TEMPO 0420/0424 SCT020 BECMG 0501/0503 00000KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR
15:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 60° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPB
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 8,880 ft 110 ft CON 127°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
127° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MGPB

6,851 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.2%
MVFR
21.4%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0.1%

Puerto Barrios Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Calm conditions occur 58.2% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 39°C with an average of 25.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 58.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.5%
N
16%
S
0.1%
W
4.8%
NE
6.4%
NW
5.6%
SE
1.4%
SW
0%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.8°C
Range: 15°C to 39°C
15°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,851 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Puerto Barrios Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MGPB
IATA Code: PBR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 33 ft MSL

Location

City: Puerto Barrios
Country: GT
Latitude: 15.730900°
Longitude: -88.583801°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 8,880 ft
Width: 110 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Puerto Barrios Airport

Overview

Puerto Barrios Airport (MGPB) serves the eastern coastal region of Guatemala, located at 15.730900, -88.583801 near the city of Puerto Barrios. This medium-sized airport sits at a low elevation of 33 ft MSL, providing access to the Caribbean coastal area and supporting regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Puerto Barrios are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 84.6% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 25.2°C with a range between 18°C and 35°C. Wind patterns are typically light, with a prevailing northerly direction at an average of 6.8 knots and calm conditions present 58.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway (12/30) with a substantial length of 8,880 feet, accommodating a variety of aircraft types. Its coastal location suggests potential for maritime-related aviation activities and regional connectivity. The low elevation and consistent weather patterns contribute to generally stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 4.3 knots. October, September, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots can expect excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and no reported significant fog conditions.

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.