L M Clayton Airport

KOLF / OLF

Wolf Point, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
14 kt
80°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOLF 042053Z AUTO 08014KT 10SM CLR 04/M02 A2988 RMK AO2 SLP137 T00441017 58011
QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
946 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,986 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,024 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,181 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KOLF 041740Z 0418/0518 VRB06KT P6SM FEW110 FM042300 07013KT P6SM BKN150 FM050800 08016KT P6SM OVC015 FM051600 06008KT P6SM OVC090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z FM042300
+2h
VFR 70° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
08:00Z FM050800
+11h
MVFR 80° 16 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OLF
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
5,089 ft 100 ft ASP 120°
12.1 kt 7.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KOLF

4,357 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.9%
MVFR
12.3%
IFR
5.3%
LIFR
6.5%

L M Clayton Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Calm conditions occur 18% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 18%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.3%
NE
13.3%
E
21.8%
SE
1.4%
S
2.3%
SW
10.8%
W
18.9%
NW
8.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -2°C
Range: -31°C to 33°C
-31°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.6%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,357 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

L M Clayton Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOLF
IATA Code: OLF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,986 ft MSL

Location

City: Wolf Point
Country: US
Latitude: 48.094501°
Longitude: -105.574997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 5,089 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About L M Clayton Airport

Overview

L M Clayton Airport serves Wolf Point, Montana, located in the northeastern part of the state. As a medium airport situated at 1,986 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local region, supporting various general aviation and potential regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at L M Clayton Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 74.2% of observations. Pilots should anticipate potential marginal conditions, with 12.4% MVFR and 13.4% combined IFR/LIFR scenarios. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 33°C, requiring careful pre-flight planning and equipment considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 11/29 spans 5,089 feet with an asphalt surface, oriented to accommodate the prevailing easterly winds. Local wind characteristics show an average speed of 9.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 43 knots and calm conditions occurring 16.9% of the time. The geographical location suggests potential prairie wind and visibility challenges typical of the Montana plains.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of 5.1 knots. Pilots should prefer this runway during most wind conditions, particularly during September, October, and January, which represent the most consistently favorable VFR months. Visibility averages 9.1 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility scenarios affecting approach and landing.

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.