Goloson International Airport

MHLC / LCE

La Ceiba, HN

Last Updated
May 14, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
18:00Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
9 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MHLC 141800Z 35009KT 9999 FEW035 31/24 Q1013 A2991 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 39 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,539 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Goloson International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 9 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (39 ft)
Pressure Alt
47 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,976 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MHLC 141700Z 1418/1518 04012KT 9999 FEW030 TX33/1419Z TN20/1512Z BECMG 1502/1504 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HLC
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
9,875 ft 147 ft ASP 67°
1.6 kt 8.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MHLC

6,011 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.2%
MVFR
5.2%
IFR
6%
LIFR
0.6%

Goloson International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 108 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.9% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 38°C with an average of 24.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 108 kt
Calm Winds: 30.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.5%
NE
13.6%
E
9%
SE
3.4%
S
9.5%
SW
10.2%
W
4.5%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.8°C
Range: 15°C to 38°C
15°C 38°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April May December

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 6,011 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Goloson International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MHLC
IATA Code: LCE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 39 ft MSL

Location

City: La Ceiba
Country: HN
Latitude: 15.742500°
Longitude: -86.852997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 9,875 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Goloson International Airport

Overview

Goloson International Airport serves La Ceiba, Honduras, as a medium-sized airport situated at 39 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 15.742500, -86.852997, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northern Honduran coastal region. The airport features a single runway 07/25, measuring 9,875 feet in length with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 86.5% of recorded periods supporting VFR operations. Temperatures consistently range between 16°C and 38°C, averaging 25°C, which provides stable atmospheric conditions for most flight operations. Wind patterns are predominantly northerly at an average of 5.3 knots, with calm conditions occurring 32% of the time and maximum recorded gusts reaching 108 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 39 feet MSL suggests a coastal terrain profile with minimal terrain-related challenges for approach and departure. Prevailing northerly winds create consistent wind conditions that generally align favorably with runway 07/25. The airport experiences minimal visibility restrictions, with average visibility at 10 statute miles and no reported fog occurrences.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 3.2 knots. Pilots will find the most consistent VFR conditions during December, September, and October. The long 9,875-foot asphalt runway provides substantial landing and takeoff options for various aircraft types.

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.