Muskegon County Airport

KMKG / MKG

Muskegon, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 14:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
14:55Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
6 kt
140°
10 SM
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMKG 101455Z 14006KT 10SM BKN014 BKN021 26/21 A2979 RMK AO2 SLP085 T02560211 56010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 629 ft
BKN 1,400 ft AGL
BKN 2,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,029 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,729 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Muskegon County Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,400 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 6 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1400 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (629 ft)
Pressure Alt
757 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,228 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMKG 101513Z 1015/1112 16010KT P6SM BKN018 TEMPO 1015/1017 SCT018 BKN028 FM101700 20013G20KT P6SM BKN035 FM102100 20015G25KT 4SM -TSRA BR OVC030CB FM110200 18010G20KT 5SM BR VCTS BKN035CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:42Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
17:00Z FM101700
+2h
VFR 200° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
21:00Z FM102100
+6h
MVFR 200° 15 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
02:00Z FM110200
+11h
MVFR 180° 10 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MKG
06
24
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 6,501 ft 150 ft ASP 56°
0.6 kt 6.0 kt
84° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
5,001 ft 150 ft ASP 137°
6.0 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 - KMKG

8,604 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.2%
MVFR
27%
IFR
9.4%
LIFR
4.4%

Muskegon County Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 13.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.8% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 9.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.3%
NE
4.2%
E
12.3%
SE
10.1%
S
11.7%
SW
11.4%
W
16.7%
NW
15.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.3°C
Range: -21°C to 31°C
-21°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.8%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

May October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 8,604 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Muskegon County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMKG
IATA Code: MKG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 629 ft MSL

Location

City: Muskegon
Country: US
Latitude: 43.169498°
Longitude: -86.238197°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,501 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Muskegon County Airport

Overview

Muskegon County Airport serves as a regional aviation facility located in western Michigan, strategically positioned near Lake Michigan. The airport provides medium-sized airport capabilities with two paved runways, supporting diverse aviation operations in the Muskegon County area at an elevation of 629 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Muskegon County Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 54.3% of observations. Pilots should anticipate Marginal VFR conditions in 31.5% of cases, with potential IFR or Low IFR conditions during approximately 14.2% of the time. The prevailing westerly winds at an average of 9.8 knots and temperature range from -20°C to 30°C require careful preflight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 06/24 at 6,501 feet and Runway 14/32 at 5,001 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 6.5 and 5.6 knots respectively. The surrounding terrain and Lake Michigan proximity likely contribute to the airport's dynamic weather patterns.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 8.5 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions below 3 miles in 9.9% of observations and light fog in 2.3% of reports. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should carefully review current meteorological data and be prepared for potential rapid weather changes characteristic of the Great Lakes region.

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

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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.