Adirondack Regional Airport

KSLK / SLK

Saranac Lake, US

Last Updated
Jun 15, 09:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
09:51Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
4 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSLK 150951Z AUTO VRB04KT 10SM FEW010 OVC020 13/11 A2965 RMK AO2 SLP037 T01280111 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,663 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
OVC 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,663 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,663 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Adirondack Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
949 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,663 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,941 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,100 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KSLK 150537Z 1506/1606 28004KT P6SM OVC007 FM151000 27008KT P6SM SCT008 BKN015 TEMPO 1510/1512 BKN009 FM151800 28009G16KT P6SM FEW015 BKN060 FM152300 VRB03KT P6SM SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:19Z BASE
+0h
IFR 280° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
18:00Z FM151800
+8h
VFR 280° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SLK
05
23
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 6,573 ft 150 ft ASP 35° No wind data
09/27 3,998 ft 100 ft ASP 79° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSLK

10,801 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
43.6%
MVFR
39.3%
IFR
13.4%
LIFR
3.7%

Adirondack Regional Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 43.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 28.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 8.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 28.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.6%
N
2.9%
S
5.9%
W
14.1%
NE
8.2%
NW
1.7%
SE
0.8%
SW
34.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.4°C
Range: -32°C to 29°C
-32°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 7.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 8.1%
Fog Frequency: 3%

Best Months for VFR

May October June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,801 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Adirondack Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSLK
IATA Code: SLK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,663 ft MSL

Location

City: Saranac Lake
Country: US
Latitude: 44.386910°
Longitude: -74.204629°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,573 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 3,998 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Adirondack Regional Airport

Overview

Adirondack Regional Airport serves the Saranac Lake region in upstate New York, situated at an elevation of 1,663 feet MSL. The airport features two asphalt runways, with the primary runway 05/23 extending 6,573 feet, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KSLK demonstrate significant variability, with marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions predominating at 42.7% of observations. Pilots can expect southwest winds averaging 7.2 knots, with temperature ranges from -30°C to 25°C, creating potentially challenging winter operations. October, September, and December offer the most favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation and location in the Adirondack mountain region presents unique geographical challenges for pilots. Both runways 05/23 and 09/27 demonstrate favorable wind alignments, with minimal average crosswind components (2.2kt and 4.1kt respectively), which supports consistent operational capabilities.

Approach Considerations

With visibility averaging 7.5 statute miles and only 10.6% of observations showing reduced visibility, approach planning typically remains straightforward. Pilots should be prepared for potential winter weather limitations, noting that fog occurs in 4.2% of observations and temperature variations can significantly impact aircraft performance.

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.