Cando Municipal Airport

K9D7

Cando, US

Last Updated
Jun 24, 15:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
15:35Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
13 kt
350°
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Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR K9D7 241535Z AUTO 35013KT 2 1/2SM BR BKN008 BKN013 14/14 A3008 RMK AO2 VIS 2V4

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,481 ft
BKN 800 ft AGL
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,281 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,781 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Cando Municipal Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 800 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 13 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 800 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
970 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,481 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,309 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,544 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.0°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
9D7
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
3,500 ft 60 ft ASP 166°
12.8 kt 2.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - K9D7

13,290 observations | Nov 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.2%
MVFR
16.8%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
4.4%

Cando Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 81 knots. Temperature extremes range from -34°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, November, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 81 kt
Calm Winds: 4.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.5%
N
15%
S
11.7%
W
18.2%
NE
7.6%
NW
15.2%
SE
14.3%
SW
5.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.9°C
Range: -34°C to 33°C
-34°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

May November June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 13,290 METAR observations (Nov 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cando Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: K9D7
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,481 ft MSL

Location

City: Cando
Country: US
Latitude: 48.480000°
Longitude: -99.235901°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cando Municipal Airport

Cando Municipal Airport (K9D7) is located in Cando, US at an elevation of 1,481 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 3,500 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 13,290 weather observations shows K9D7 maintains VFR conditions 73.2% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 16.8% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 10.1% of reports.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at K9D7 come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 10.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 81 knots. Runway 16/34 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.9 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are May, November, June, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -34°C (-29°F) to 33°C (91°F), averaging -0.9°C (30°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.03 to 30.84 inHg (983-1044 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,290 official METAR observations (Nov 2025 - Jun 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.