Middle Georgia Regional Airport

KMCN / MCN

Macon, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 08:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
08:35Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
4 kt
120°
8 SM
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KMCN 050835Z AUTO 12004KT 8SM BKN008 14/14 A3018 RMK AO2 T01390139

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 354 ft
BKN 800 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,154 ft AMSL
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (354 ft)
Pressure Alt
92 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 57 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMCN 050541Z 0506/0606 VRB02KT P6SM SCT250 FM051000 16003KT 6SM BR FEW004 SCT150 TEMPO 0511/0515 1SM BR BKN004 FM051600 19005KT P6SM SCT015 BKN035 FM051800 19007KT P6SM SCT045 FM060000 19004KT P6SM SCT100 FM060400 21004KT P6SM SCT008 BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >6SM
10:00Z FM051000
+2h
VFR 160° 3 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Mist
11:00Z TEMPO
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
16:00Z FM051600
+8h
VFR 190° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCN
05
23
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 6,501 ft 150 ft ASP 48°
1.2 kt 3.8 kt
72° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
5,001 ft 150 ft ASP 130°
3.9 kt 0.7 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 - KMCN

4,781 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.4%
MVFR
13.4%
IFR
6%
LIFR
4.1%

Middle Georgia Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 26.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 26.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.8%
NE
9.7%
E
7.4%
SE
5.2%
S
6.6%
SW
8.7%
W
15.9%
NW
12.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.2°C
Range: -8°C to 34°C
-8°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.2%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,781 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Middle Georgia Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMCN
IATA Code: MCN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 354 ft MSL

Location

City: Macon
Country: US
Latitude: 32.692799°
Longitude: -83.649200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,501 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Middle Georgia Regional Airport

Overview

Middle Georgia Regional Airport serves the Macon metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located in central Georgia. Situated at 354 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 32.692799, -83.649200, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its two asphalt runways offer substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KMCN demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 78.2% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, primarily from the west (270°) at an average of 6.4 knots, with calm conditions occurring 28% of the time. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 34°C, creating relatively stable operating environments throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: Runway 05/23 at 6,501 feet and Runway 13/31 at 5,001 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components of 3.8 and 4.1 knots respectively. The terrain and elevation suggest a relatively straightforward operational environment for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with only 2.1% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. October, November, and September represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should be prepared for occasional fog (3.3% of observations) and be aware of the potential for reduced visibility during seasonal transitions.

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.