Atlantic City International Airport

KACY / ACY

Atlantic City, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
21:54Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
3 kt
110°
10 SM
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KACY 042154Z 11003KT 10SM OVC013 07/05 A3024 RMK AO2 SLP256 T00720050 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 75 ft
OVC 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,375 ft AMSL
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1022 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (75 ft)
Pressure Alt
-248 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,190 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KACY 042320Z 0500/0524 09003KT P6SM OVC010 FM050100 00000KT 6SM BR OVC009 FM050600 00000KT 5SM BR OVC005 FM051100 VRB02KT 2SM -RA BR OVC004 FM051800 07004KT 1SM BR OVC003
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
06:00Z FM050600
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
11:00Z FM051100
+10h
LIFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ACY
04
22
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 6,144 ft 150 ft PEM 27°
0.4 kt 3.0 kt
83° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 118°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KACY

4,663 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.8%
MVFR
10.3%
IFR
8.8%
LIFR
4.1%

Atlantic City International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 15.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.2%
NE
8.7%
E
6.8%
SE
2.8%
S
10%
SW
8.7%
W
20.2%
NW
17.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -16°C to 30°C
-16°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.8%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

November January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,663 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Atlantic City International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KACY
IATA Code: ACY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 75 ft MSL

Location

City: Atlantic City
Country: US
Latitude: 39.457600°
Longitude: -74.577202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,144 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Atlantic City International Airport

Overview

Atlantic City International Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in southern New Jersey, situated near the Atlantic coast. The airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Atlantic City region, supporting various aviation operations with two substantial runways. Its strategic coastal location makes it an important transportation hub for the northeastern United States.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KACY demonstrate excellent VFR flying opportunities, with clear skies predominating 78.2% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing westerly wind at an average of 8.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature variations range from -13°C to 30°C, presenting potential seasonal considerations for aircraft performance and operations.

Notable Features

The airport features two primary runways: Runway 04/22 at 6,144 feet and Runway 13/31 at 10,000 feet, both offering substantial length for various aircraft types. The airport sits at a low elevation of 75 feet mean sea level, typical of coastal New Jersey terrain. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, providing consistent operational flexibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions with consistent wind patterns and high visibility averages of 9.3 statute miles. The winter months of November, December, and January offer the most favorable VFR conditions for operations. Crosswind components remain relatively mild, averaging 5.8 knots on Runway 04/22 and 5.5 knots on Runway 13/31, supporting comfortable landing and takeoff scenarios.

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.