Monroe County Airport

KBMG / BMG

Bloomington, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
21:53Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
5 kt
90°
4 SM
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBMG 042153Z 09005KT 4SM BR SCT021 OVC030 15/14 A3003 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT SW SLP167 T01500144

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 846 ft
SCT 2,100 ft AGL
OVC 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,946 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,846 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
989 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (846 ft)
Pressure Alt
734 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 937 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBMG 041739Z 0418/0518 14005KT P6SM OVC007 FM041900 14005KT P6SM OVC023 TEMPO 0422/0501 VRB10G20KT 3SM TSRA OVC030CB FM050100 VRB05KT 5SM -SHRA BR SCT006 BKN015 TEMPO 0505/0509 2SM TSRA BR OVC008CB FM050900 VRB04KT 4SM RA OVC009 PROB30 0509/0513 2SM TSRA BR OVC004CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:00Z BASE
+0h
IFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
01:00Z FM050100
+3h
MVFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
05:00Z TEMPO
+7h
LIFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
09:00Z FM050900
+11h
IFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 900 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BMG
06 ✈️
24
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
3,798 ft 100 ft ASP 61°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
17/35 6,500 ft 150 ft ASP 171°
0.8 kt 4.9 kt
81° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBMG

5,193 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.6%
MVFR
22.3%
IFR
9.5%
LIFR
5.6%

Monroe County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Calm conditions occur 21.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 21.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.4%
NE
5.5%
E
7.7%
SE
11.7%
S
10.2%
SW
10.9%
W
17.7%
NW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.1°C
Range: -23°C to 32°C
-23°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

October September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,193 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Monroe County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBMG
IATA Code: BMG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 846 ft MSL

Location

City: Bloomington
Country: US
Latitude: 39.146000°
Longitude: -86.616699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,798 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Monroe County Airport

Overview

Monroe County Airport serves the Bloomington, Indiana region as a medium-sized airport situated at 846 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 39.146000, -86.616699, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area with two paved runways capable of accommodating various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 61% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 22.8% of observations. Winds are predominantly westerly at an average of 7.3 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 22 knots, and calm conditions present 22.2% of the time. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -21°C to 32°C, with an average of 8.1°C.

Notable Features

Both runways are paved asphalt surfaces, with Runway 06/24 measuring 3,798 feet and Runway 17/35 extending to 6,500 feet. The longer runway provides more flexibility for different aircraft types and operational requirements. Seasonal visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility periods affecting approximately 3.6% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions, with Runway 06/24 experiencing an average crosswind of 4.6 knots and Runway 17/35 averaging 5 knots. October, September, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions, providing optimal flying opportunities. Pilots should anticipate potential fog in 2.9% of observations and prepare accordingly.

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
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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.