Gorgan Airport

OING / GBT

Gorgan, IR

Last Updated
May 14, 20:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
0 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OING 142000Z 00000KT CAVOK 18/16 Q1006

Weather Briefing

VFR

Gorgan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 4.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 04:00Z.

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. 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 OING 142000Z 1421/1506 26008KT 8000 NSC TEMPO 1500/1504 4000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:46Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ING
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
13/31 10,827 ft 148 ft ASP 134°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
134° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OING

4,572 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.7%
MVFR
24.3%
IFR
11.8%
LIFR
2.1%

Gorgan Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Calm conditions occur 45.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 45.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.8%
NE
1.4%
E
6.6%
SE
6.8%
S
3.4%
SW
12.4%
W
19.8%
NW
3.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.5°C
Range: -2°C to 35°C
-2°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

September November January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,572 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gorgan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OING
IATA Code: GBT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: -24 ft MSL

Location

City: Gorgan
Country: IR
Latitude: 36.909401°
Longitude: 54.401299°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 10,827 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Gorgan Airport

Overview

Gorgan Airport serves the northeastern Iranian city of Gorgan, located in Golestan Province. Situated at a negative elevation of -24 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical regional aviation infrastructure. The airport's ICAO code OING and single runway 13/31 spanning 10,827 feet make it a significant transportation hub for the area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Gorgan Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying environments, with VFR conditions present 66.4% of the time. Winds are typically westerly at 6.3 knots, though can occasionally reach 30 knots, with calm conditions occurring 48.7% of observations. Temperature ranges from -2°C to 33°C, with an average of 14.8°C, suggesting pilots should be prepared for moderate climate variations.

Notable Features

The airport's unique negative elevation indicates it is located in a low-lying coastal or plains region. Runway 13/31 offers excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind of only 4.1 knots. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles with rare instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal flying is most consistent during September, November, and January, which represent the airport's best VFR months. Pilots should anticipate predominantly westerly winds when planning approaches. The long 10,827-foot asphalted runway provides ample landing and takeoff space, with minimal meteorological restrictions that might impede 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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.