Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal Airport

KHBG / HBG

Hattiesburg, US

Last Updated
May 15, 00:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
00:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KHBG 150053Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 22/14 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP152 T02220139 PWINO $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (151 ft)
Pressure Alt
69 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 945 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KHBG 142320Z 1500/1524 10003KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HBG
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
13/31 6,099 ft 150 ft ASP 131°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
131° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KHBG

7,203 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.6%
MVFR
18.5%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
6.1%

Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 36.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 36.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.9%
NE
3.8%
E
5.4%
SE
10.2%
S
16.1%
SW
4.7%
W
4.4%
NW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.7°C
Range: -7°C to 36°C
-7°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.2%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,203 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KHBG
IATA Code: HBG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 151 ft MSL

Location

City: Hattiesburg
Country: US
Latitude: 31.264799°
Longitude: -89.252800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 6,099 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal Airport

Overview

Hattiesburg Bobby L Chain Municipal Airport serves the Hattiesburg metropolitan area in southern Mississippi, providing general aviation and regional transportation services. Located at 31.264799, -89.252800 with an elevation of 151 feet MSL, the airport offers a 6,099-foot asphalt runway capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KHBG are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 70.1% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Seasonal temperature variations range from -4°C to 36°C, with an average of 17.8°C. Pilots can expect the most consistent VFR conditions during September, October, and November, with an average visibility of 9.2 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly northerly winds with an average speed of 5.9 knots and calm conditions 40.6% of the time. Wind variability includes maximum gusts up to 25 knots, which pilots should consider during flight planning. The airport's single runway (13/31) is favorably aligned with wind conditions, experiencing a 100% compatible wind orientation.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 presents an average crosswind of 3.5 knots, providing relatively stable approach conditions. Instrument meteorological conditions occur 14.6% of the time, with 8% IFR and 6.6% low IFR observations. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, particularly during periods when fog is present (5.2% of observations).

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.