Monterey Peninsula Airport

KMRY / MRY

Monterey, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
02:54Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
16 kt
280° G29 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMRY 050254Z 28016G29KT 10SM CLR 13/08 A3016 RMK AO2 PK WND 28029/0250 SLP223 T01280078 53002
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (257 ft)
Pressure Alt
25 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -153 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMRY 050203Z 0502/0524 27015G23KT P6SM FEW250 FM050700 29008KT P6SM SKC FM051500 05006KT P6SM SKC FM051900 29014G20KT P6SM SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:18Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
07:00Z FM050700
+4h
VFR 290° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM051500
+12h
VFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MRY
10L
28R ✈️
10R
28L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 28R
3,513 ft 60 ft ASP 112°
16.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 28L
7,616 ft 150 ft ASP 112°
16.0 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 - KMRY

5,052 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.6%
MVFR
14.8%
IFR
7.8%
LIFR
7.9%

Monterey Peninsula Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 24.1% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 3°C and 29°C with an average of 13.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 24.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.7%
NE
2.8%
E
26.3%
SE
6.3%
S
8.1%
SW
9.9%
W
13.9%
NW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.6°C
Range: 3°C to 29°C
3°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.8%

Best Months for VFR

January February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,052 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Monterey Peninsula Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMRY
IATA Code: MRY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 257 ft MSL

Location

City: Monterey
Country: US
Latitude: 36.587002°
Longitude: -121.843002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 3,513 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 7,616 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Monterey Peninsula Airport

Overview

Monterey Peninsula Airport serves the central California coastal region, located at 36.587002, -121.843002 with an elevation of 257 feet MSL. The airport features two asphalt runways: a shorter 3,513-foot runway (10L/28R) and a longer 7,616-foot runway (10R/28L), accommodating various general aviation and regional commercial aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KMRY are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 67.3% of observations in VFR conditions. East winds prevail at an average of 5.3 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 24 knots. Temperature ranges from 3°C to 29°C, with an average of 13.8°C, and visibility typically excellent at 9.2 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location influences its microclimate, with frequent wind patterns and potential marine layer developments. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with minimal average crosswind components of 2.5 knots. Pilots should anticipate potential fog conditions, which occur in approximately 3.5% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Winter months (November, December, January) offer the most consistent VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. With calm winds present in 25.5% of observations, pilots should be prepared for variable wind conditions. The longer runway (10R/28L) provides more flexibility for larger aircraft and potentially challenging approach scenarios.

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.