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Weather Briefing
VFRBay Minette Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 5 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
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5,500 ft | 79 ft | ASPH-G | 86° |
↑ 3.2 kt
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↔ 3.8 kt
50° angle
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Weather Statistics - K1R8
11,917 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Bay Minette Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 28.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.
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Statistics computed from 11,917 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Bay Minette Municipal Airport
Bay Minette Municipal Airport (K1R8) is located in Bay Minette, US at an elevation of 248 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 5,500 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 11,917 weather observations shows K1R8 maintains VFR conditions 74.9% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 11.6% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 13.5% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at K1R8 come from the N (0°) with an average speed of 6.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 29 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (28.5% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 08/26 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.1 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are September, October, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -7°C (19°F) to 35°C (95°F), averaging 16.8°C (62°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.67 to 30.59 inHg (1005-1036 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 11,917 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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