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Weather Briefing
MVFRPuerto Cabezas Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,600 feet and 7 km visibility. Note: This observation is 12.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east (80°) at 6 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,600 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 27°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 remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Haze, HZ/VCRA. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with HZ/VCRA between 04:00Z and 10:00Z.
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.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
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8,130 ft | 167 ft | ASP | 92° |
↑ 5.9 kt
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↔ 1.0 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - MNPC
2,913 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Puerto Cabezas Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 4.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.9°C (range: 18°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are May, February, January.
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Statistics computed from 2,913 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Puerto Cabezas Airport - Airport Information
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About Puerto Cabezas Airport
Overview
Puerto Cabezas Airport serves the eastern coastal region of Nicaragua, located at 14.047200, -83.386703 with an elevation of 52 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Puerto Cabezas area, supporting regional and local aviation operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Puerto Cabezas are predominantly MVFR, with 93.5% of observations in this category. The prevailing winds are from the east at an average of 7.4 knots, with temperature ranges between 19°C and 33°C. January, October, and November offer the most favorable VFR conditions for pilots.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (09/27) measuring 8,130 feet with an asphalt surface. Its coastal location suggests potential for rapidly changing maritime weather conditions, despite consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Wind variability includes occasional gusts up to 26 knots, though calm conditions occur 8.1% of the time.
Approach Considerations
Runway 09/27 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of just 4 knots. Pilots can expect minimal wind-related approach challenges, particularly during peak VFR months. The relatively low elevation and consistent weather patterns make this a straightforward operational environment for most aircraft.
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