Golfito Airport

MRGF / GLF

Golfito, CR

Last Updated
May 15, 03:00Z

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Currently using: MPDA
Weather Source: Enrique Malek International Airport (MPDA)
Distance: 47nm / 87km from MRGF

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MPDA 150300Z 02002KT 9999 FEW020 27/24 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 49 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,049 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Golfito Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 00:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (49 ft)
Pressure Alt
177 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,629 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MPDA 142300Z 1500/1512 20009KT 9999 SCT018 PROB40 1500/1503 03005KT TEMPO 1510/1512 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z TEMPO
+6h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RGF
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
4,593 ft 66 ft ASP 135°
0.7 kt 1.9 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Golfito Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MRGF
IATA Code: GLF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 49 ft MSL

Location

City: Golfito
Country: CR
Latitude: 8.654010°
Longitude: -83.182198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 4,593 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Golfito Airport

Overview

Golfito Airport serves the southern Pacific coastal region of Costa Rica, located in the Puntarenas province. Situated at 49 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for the Golfito area, supporting regional and local aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location near 8.6540°N, 83.1822°W suggests potential maritime weather influences with possible variable wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential tropical weather patterns typical of Costa Rica's southern Pacific region, including potential seasonal precipitation and humidity variations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (13/31) measuring 4,593 feet long with an asphalt surface. Its relatively low elevation and proximity to coastal terrain may require careful attention to local topographical and wind conditions during approach and departure operations.

Approach Considerations

With a runway orientation of 13/31, pilots should consider prevailing wind directions when planning approaches. The 4,593-foot runway length accommodates medium-sized aircraft, but precise performance calculations are recommended based on specific aircraft characteristics and current meteorological 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

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.