Griffiss International Airport

KRME / RME

Rome, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KRME 042053Z 00000KT 10SM CLR 06/M02 A3026 RMK AO2 SLP248 T00561022 56012
QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (504 ft)
Pressure Alt
152 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -807 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KRME 041818Z 0418/0518 VRB04KT P6SM FEW030 FM050700 10004KT P6SM FEW015 BKN026 FM051100 09005KT P6SM BKN035 FM051500 10008KT 6SM BR BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
07:00Z FM050700
+10h
MVFR 100° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,600 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RME
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
15/33 11,820 ft 200 ft CON 134°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
134° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KRME

6,046 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.6%
MVFR
33.9%
IFR
10.8%
LIFR
1.7%

Griffiss International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 8.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 18.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.2%
NE
1.1%
E
17.8%
SE
12.4%
S
1.9%
SW
2.9%
W
32.1%
NW
11.1%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.2°C
Range: -28°C to 27°C
-28°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 8.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 8.2%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,046 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Griffiss International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KRME
IATA Code: RME
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 504 ft MSL

Location

City: Rome
Country: US
Latitude: 43.233799°
Longitude: -75.406998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 11,820 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Griffiss International Airport

Overview

Griffiss International Airport serves the Rome, New York region as a medium-sized airport situated at 504 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 43.233799, -75.406998, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for central New York state, supporting various operational needs with its substantial 11,820-foot runway.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Griffiss demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 56.7% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate challenges, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring in 31.5% of cases and Instrument Flight Rules emerging in 9.8% of observations. The prevailing westerly winds at 270 degrees average 8.4 knots, with temperature ranges extending from -21°C to 27°C.

Notable Features

The airport's primary runway (15/33) offers consistent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Average crosswind components remain modest at 5.8 knots, providing relatively predictable approach and departure conditions. Seasonal visibility remains strong, with an average of 8.4 statute miles and only 7.1% of observations featuring visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during 4.6% of observations involving fog, and be prepared for wind variations that occasionally reach maximum speeds of 29 knots. The lengthy 11,820-foot runway provides substantial operational flexibility for most aircraft types.

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.