Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field

KRYY

Atlanta, US

Last Updated
Apr 21, 22:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
22:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KRYY 212250Z 00000KT 10SM CLR 24/05 A3024 RMK AO2 SLP972 T02440050 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
989 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,040 ft)
Pressure Alt
718 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,048 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KRYY 211720Z 2118/2218 09005KT P6SM FEW250 FM220200 VRB03KT P6SM SCT250 FM221400 22005KT P6SM FEW150
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
02:00Z FM220200
+4h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RYY
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 6,305 ft 75 ft ASP 88°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
88° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KRYY

5,843 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.9%
MVFR
13.7%
IFR
8%
LIFR
5.4%

Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field typically experiences VFR conditions 72.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 33% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 33%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.3%
NE
1.2%
E
13.3%
SE
3.8%
S
5.8%
SW
11.4%
W
16.6%
NW
12.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.4°C
Range: -12°C to 32°C
-12°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

April October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,843 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KRYY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,040 ft MSL

Location

City: Atlanta
Country: US
Latitude: 34.013160°
Longitude: -84.597210°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,305 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field

Overview

Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field serves the metropolitan Atlanta area as a medium-sized airport located at 1040 feet mean sea level. Situated at coordinates 34.013160, -84.597210, the airport provides critical general aviation infrastructure for the northwestern suburban region of Atlanta.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at McCollum Field predominantly support visual flight rules (VFR), with 70.7% of observations indicating clear conditions. Pilots can expect significant seasonal variability, with temperatures ranging from -8°C to 32°C and average temperatures around 13.1°C. October, September, and November consistently offer the most favorable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (09/27) extending 6,305 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind patterns are predominantly western, averaging 6.6 knots with calm conditions occurring 35.7% of the time. The runway alignment demonstrates excellent wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind component of just 2.9 knots.

Approach Considerations

Visibility at McCollum Field averages 9.3 statute miles, with only 2.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during 1% of observations with fog present. The consistent western winds and long runway provide reliable approach and departure conditions for most aircraft operations.

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.