LaGuardia Airport

KLGA / LGA

New York, US

Last Updated
Mar 15, 10:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
10:51Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -8°C
10 kt
70°
10 SM
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1031 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLGA 151051Z 07010KT 10SM BKN100 BKN250 04/M08 A3045 RMK AO2 SLP312 T00441078 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 21 ft
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,021 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,021 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

LaGuardia Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 10 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of -8°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 27 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Light Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist between 04:00Z and 08:00Z.

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
1031 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1030 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (21 ft)
Pressure Alt
-512 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,827 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KLGA 150834Z 1509/1612 36008KT P6SM FEW100 BKN250 FM151000 04008KT P6SM BKN100 FM151600 12012KT P6SM BKN100 FM151800 12012G21KT P6SM SCT080 BKN200 FM160300 11013KT 6SM -RA SCT012 OVC030 WS020/14045KT TEMPO 1604/1608 3SM -RA BR BKN012 OVC030 FM160800 13014KT 3SM -SHRA BR OVC008 WS020/19050KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
16:00Z FM151600
+5h
VFR 120° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
18:00Z FM151800
+7h
VFR 120° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 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
Active: 04
7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 32°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
13/31 7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 122°
6.2 kt 7.9 kt
52° angle
H1/H1 60 ft 60 ft ASP
3.4 kt 9.4 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLGA

4,894 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.9%
MVFR
11.4%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
2.5%

LaGuardia Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.8% 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 29°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: 3.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.1%
NE
16.2%
E
5.4%
SE
2.1%
S
12.9%
SW
10.3%
W
18.1%
NW
20.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.5°C
Range: -15°C to 29°C
-15°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.1%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

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: 6.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,894 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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
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.