Erie International Tom Ridge Field

KERI / ERI

Erie, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
06:51Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
8 kt
50°
--
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KERI 050651Z AUTO 05008KT 1 3/4SM BR OVC008 04/02 A3010 RMK AO2 SLP197 T00390022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 732 ft
OVC 800 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,532 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (732 ft)
Pressure Alt
560 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -584 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KERI 050520Z 0506/0606 VRB03KT 6SM BR OVC012 TEMPO 0506/0508 2SM -RA BR BKN008 FM050800 06005KT 1SM -RA BR OVC003 FM051300 06007KT 1 1/2SM BR VCSH OVC003 FM051700 06008KT 3SM RA BR OVC004 FM052300 04006KT 1SM BR VCSH OVC002
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:07Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Mist
08:00Z FM050800
+1h
LIFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Rain, Mist
13:00Z FM051300
+6h
LIFR 60° 7 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist
17:00Z FM051700
+10h
LIFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ERI
02 ✈️
20
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
3,508 ft 150 ft ASP 10°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
8,420 ft 150 ft ASP 54°
7.9 kt 1.4 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 - KERI

6,059 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.2%
MVFR
34%
IFR
9.5%
LIFR
2.4%

Erie International Tom Ridge Field is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 11.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.6% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 6.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.4%
NE
6.8%
E
3.1%
SE
2.1%
S
22.4%
SW
19%
W
25.8%
NW
9%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.6°C
Range: -22°C to 31°C
-22°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 8.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.6%
Fog Frequency: 5.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,059 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Erie International Tom Ridge Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KERI
IATA Code: ERI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 732 ft MSL

Location

City: Erie
Country: US
Latitude: 42.083127°
Longitude: -80.173867°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,508 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 8,420 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Erie International Tom Ridge Field

Overview

Erie International Tom Ridge Field serves the Erie, Pennsylvania metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport situated at 732 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 42.083127, -80.173867, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region with two paved runways accommodating various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 56% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 32.6% of observations. Wind patterns are consistently westerly at 270 degrees with an average speed of 10.8 knots, occasionally reaching maximum speeds of 28 knots. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -17°C to 31°C, with September through November offering the most favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalted runways: Runway 02/20 at 3,508 feet and Runway 06/24 at 8,420 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and relatively consistent crosswind conditions averaging 6.5 and 6.3 knots respectively. Visibility averages 8.3 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility periods affecting approximately 7.3% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing westerly winds, pilots should anticipate consistent wind conditions that complement both runway orientations. Fog occurs in 4.9% of observations, suggesting potential instrument approach requirements. The substantial length of Runway 06/24 provides flexibility for larger aircraft and offers additional landing options during variable wind conditions.

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.