Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station

KFMH / FMH

Falmouth, US

Last Updated
Apr 11, 22:55Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a U.S. military installation. Civil aircraft operations are generally prohibited without prior authorization.

Access Notes:

Most military airfields closed to civil traffic; some joint-use exceptions exist

Consult official AIP (FAA AIP GEN 3.3) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
22:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
7 kt
190°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KFMH 112255Z 19007KT 10SM CLR 12/01 A3021

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 7 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 14 knots.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KFMH 111728Z 1118/1218 32014G23KT P6SM SKC FM112200 34011KT P6SM SKC FM121200 00000KT P6SM SKC FM121600 06003KT P6SM FEW220 FM121700 13004KT P6SM FEW210
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:20Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 14 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMH
05
23 ✈️
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
8,000 ft 200 ft PEM 37°
5.4 kt 4.5 kt
40° angle
14/32 9,500 ft 200 ft PEM 126°
3.1 kt 6.3 kt
64° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KFMH

5,126 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.8%
MVFR
9.9%
IFR
8.6%
LIFR
9.7%

Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station typically experiences VFR conditions 71.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 323 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 323 kt
Calm Winds: 12.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.8%
N
8.9%
S
10%
W
20.5%
NE
11.3%
NW
14.5%
SE
3%
SW
15.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.4°C
Range: -17°C to 27°C
-17°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.1%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

November December October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,126 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KFMH
IATA Code: FMH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 131 ft MSL

Location

City: Falmouth
Country: US
Latitude: 41.657899°
Longitude: -70.521630°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 9,500 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station

Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the US AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station (KFMH/FMH) is located in Falmouth, US at an elevation of 131 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (05/23, 14/32), with the longest at 9,500 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 5,126 weather observations shows KFMH maintains VFR conditions 71.8% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 9.9% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 18.3% of reports.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at KFMH come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 10.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 323 knots. Runway 05/23 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are November, December, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -17°C (1°F) to 27°C (81°F), averaging 4.4°C (40°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.77 to 30.17 inHg (1008-1022 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 5,126 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.