LaGuardia Airport

KLGA / LGA

New York, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 09:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
09:51Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
8 kt
170°
10 SM
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLGA 220951Z 17008KT 10SM -RA BKN070 OVC085 08/04 A3014 RMK AO2 RAB0855 SLP207 P0002 T00780044 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 21 ft
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
OVC 8,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,021 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,521 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

LaGuardia Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 8 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 27 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 14:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (21 ft)
Pressure Alt
-212 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,047 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KLGA 220831Z 2209/2312 18013G19KT P6SM OVC050 TEMPO 2209/2210 -SHRA FM221000 16011G19KT P6SM -SHRA OVC040 FM221400 15009G20KT 5SM -SHRA BR OVC025 TEMPO 2214/2218 BKN015 FM221800 11006KT P6SM OVC010 FM222100 03006KT P6SM OVC020 FM230400 03005KT P6SM SCT020 BKN040 FM230700 36004KT P6SM SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
14:00Z FM221400
+4h
MVFR 150° 9 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
14:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
18:00Z FM221800
+8h
MVFR 110° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LGA
04
22
13
31
H1 ✈️
H1 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 32°
5.9 kt 5.4 kt
138° angle
13/31 7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 122°
5.4 kt 5.9 kt
48° angle
✈️ H1/H1
Active: H1
60 ft 60 ft ASP
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLGA

5,889 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.1%
MVFR
11.2%
IFR
7.6%
LIFR
3.1%

LaGuardia Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 10.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 3.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.7%
NE
15.9%
E
5.6%
SE
2.6%
S
15.5%
SW
10.2%
W
15.9%
NW
19.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.1°C
Range: -15°C to 31°C
-15°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

November September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,889 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

LaGuardia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLGA
IATA Code: LGA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 21 ft MSL

Location

City: New York
Country: US
Latitude: 40.777199°
Longitude: -73.872597°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway H1/H1
Length: 60 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About LaGuardia Airport

Overview

LaGuardia Airport serves as a critical commercial airport located in New York City, situated at 40.777199, -73.872597 with an elevation of 21 feet mean sea level. As a large airport, it plays a significant role in the New York metropolitan area's transportation infrastructure, handling substantial commercial passenger traffic.

Flying Conditions

Located at a low elevation of 21 feet, LaGuardia experiences variable weather conditions typical of the northeastern United States. The airport's coastal proximity can result in frequent low visibility and wind-related challenges, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Notable Features

LaGuardia features three runways: two primary runways (04/22 and 13/31) measuring 7000 feet in length, and a smaller runway (H1/H1) of 60 feet. The airport's geographic location in a dense urban environment requires precise navigation and adherence to established approach procedures.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations given the airport's coastal positioning, with runway selections likely influenced by prevailing wind directions. The multiple runway configurations (7000ft ASP runways) provide operational flexibility for different wind and traffic 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.