Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport

KCVG / CVG

Cincinnati / Covington, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 13:15Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
13:15Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
5 kt
200°
4 SM
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KCVG 051315Z 20005KT 4SM -RA BR FEW017 BKN040 OVC055 15/14 A3003 RMK AO2 P0007 T01500139 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 896 ft
FEW 1,700 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
OVC 5,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,596 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,896 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,396 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (896 ft)
Pressure Alt
784 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 999 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KCVG 051307Z 0513/0618 22008KT P6SM -SHRA SCT012 OVC070 TEMPO 0513/0516 2SM -SHRA BR BKN012 FM051800 21010KT P6SM SCT015 OVC060 FM052100 21008KT P6SM -SHRA BKN022 OVC040 FM060100 21006KT 4SM BR OVC012 PROB30 0601/0606 -SHRA FM060600 18005KT 1SM BR SCT012 FM060900 17004KT 1SM BR BKN007 FM061400 19010KT P6SM -SHRA BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
18:00Z FM051800
+5h
VFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
21:00Z FM052100
+8h
MVFR 210° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,200 ft
Light Showers Rain
01:00Z FM060100
+12h
IFR 210° 6 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CVG
09
27
18L ✈️
36R
18C ✈️
36C
18R ✈️
36L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 12,000 ft 150 ft PEM 90°
1.7 kt 4.7 kt
110° angle
✈️ 18C/36C
Active: 18C
11,000 ft 150 ft PEM 180°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
✈️ 18L/36R
Active: 18L
10,000 ft 150 ft CON 180°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
✈️ 18R/36L
Active: 18R
8,000 ft 150 ft CON 180°
4.7 kt 1.7 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 - KCVG

4,960 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.3%
MVFR
24.7%
IFR
8.7%
LIFR
3.3%

Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 10%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.6%
NE
7.8%
E
7.6%
SE
4.9%
S
16.3%
SW
15.4%
W
19.7%
NW
8.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.8°C
Range: -18°C to 32°C
-18°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.1%
Fog Frequency: 2.8%

Best Months for VFR

October September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 18C/36C
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 18L/36R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 18R/36L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,960 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCVG
IATA Code: CVG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 896 ft MSL

Location

City: Cincinnati / Covington
Country: US
Latitude: 39.048801°
Longitude: -84.667801°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 12,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 18C/36C
Length: 11,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 18L/36R
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18R/36L
Length: 8,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport

Overview

Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport serves the greater Cincinnati metropolitan area, strategically located at 39.048801, -84.667801. As a large airport situated at 896 feet above mean sea level, KCVG provides critical commercial and cargo aviation services for the Ohio River Valley region. The airport's four substantial runways enable complex and high-volume operational capabilities.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 896 feet MSL and four-runway configuration suggest diverse potential wind conditions for pilots. With runway lengths ranging from 8,000 to 12,000 feet, the airport can accommodate significant variation in meteorological circumstances. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and crosswind scenarios given the multiple runway orientations.

Notable Features

KCVG features four runways with varying surface compositions: two Portland Cement (PEM) and two Concrete (CON) runways. The longest runway (09/27) measures 12,000 feet, providing extensive landing and takeoff options for various aircraft types. The runway configuration allows for simultaneous operations and provides operational flexibility in different wind and traffic conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will depend primarily on wind direction, with the 09/27 (12,000 ft) and 18C/36C (11,000 ft) runways offering the most substantial operational capabilities. The multiple runway headings provide significant options for approach and departure procedures. Pilots should carefully analyze current wind vectors and airport conditions to select the most appropriate runway for their specific aircraft and operational requirements.

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.