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MVFRCarroll County Regional Jack B Poage Field is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,600 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 5 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
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5,100 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 148° |
↑ 4.7 kt
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↔ 1.7 kt
20° angle
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Weather Statistics - KDMW
16,233 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 24.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, October, April.
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Statistics computed from 16,233 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage Field
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage Field (KDMW) is located in Westminster, US at an elevation of 789 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 5,100 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 16,233 weather observations shows KDMW maintains VFR conditions 82.1% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 9% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 8.9% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KDMW come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 6.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 26 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (24.3% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 16/34 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.1 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are January, October, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -14°C (7°F) to 34°C (93°F), averaging 9.5°C (49°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.24 to 31.3 inHg (990-1060 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 16,233 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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