Glasgow Valley County Airport Wokal Field

KGGW / GGW

Glasgow, US

Last Updated
Apr 30, 07:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
07:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
4 kt
300°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KGGW 300753Z AUTO 30004KT 10SM CLR 01/M05 A3018 RMK AO2 SLP238 T00111050 TSNO

Weather Briefing

VFR

Glasgow Valley County Airport Wokal Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 1°C (34°F) with a dewpoint of -5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
945 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,296 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,034 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 905 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KGGW 300520Z 3006/0106 VRB03KT P6SM FEW080 FM301800 VRB06KT P6SM FEW070 FM302000 33007KT P6SM FEW080 FM010500 VRB04KT P6SM SCT140
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM301800
+10h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM302000
+12h
VFR 330° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GGW
08
26 ✈️
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
5,000 ft 75 ft ASP 90°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
5,001 ft 100 ft ASP 134°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KGGW

6,513 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.9%
MVFR
13.6%
IFR
5.8%
LIFR
5.7%

Glasgow Valley County Airport Wokal Field typically experiences VFR conditions 74.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 10.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 46 knots. Temperature extremes range from -30°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 10.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 46 kt
Calm Winds: 7.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.5%
NE
4.3%
E
25.1%
SE
15.6%
S
3.9%
SW
3%
W
12.7%
NW
19.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 0°C
Range: -30°C to 32°C
-30°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 3.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,513 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Glasgow Valley County Airport Wokal Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KGGW
IATA Code: GGW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,296 ft MSL

Location

City: Glasgow
Country: US
Latitude: 48.212502°
Longitude: -106.614998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Glasgow Valley County Airport Wokal Field

Overview

Glasgow Valley County Airport serves the northeastern Montana region, situated in Glasgow at an elevation of 2,296 feet MSL. As a medium airport with two parallel asphalt runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for this rural area, supporting regional transportation and potential agricultural/utility aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 72.7% of the time, with variable weather patterns ranging from clear skies to potential IFR scenarios. Temperature extremes from -30°C to 32°C demand careful preflight planning, while wind conditions average 10.3 knots from an easterly direction, occasionally gusting up to 46 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two similarly sized runways (08/26 and 12/30, both approximately 5,000 feet long) oriented to provide excellent wind coverage. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 12/30 offering slightly lower average crosswind conditions at 3.6 knots compared to Runway 08/26's 6.4 knots.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most reliable VFR months for operations. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, with 4.6% of observations showing less than 3 statute miles and 5.2% reporting fog conditions. Careful attention to current METAR and forecast data is recommended for safe approach and landing.

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.