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VFRCape May County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 14 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
|
5,252 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 360° |
↑ 13.2 kt
•
↔ 4.8 kt
20° angle
|
| 10/28 | 5,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 90° |
↑ 2.4 kt
•
↔ 13.8 kt
80° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KWWD
5,471 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Cape May County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, January.
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Statistics computed from 5,471 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Cape May County Airport - Airport Information
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About Cape May County Airport
Overview
Cape May County Airport serves the Wildwood region in southern New Jersey, positioned at 39.008499, -74.908302 with an elevation of 23 feet MSL. As a medium airport, it supports general aviation and regional transportation needs for Cape May County. The airport features two asphalt runways: 01/19 at 5,252 feet and 10/28 at 5,000 feet.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Cape May County Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 73.8% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Winds predominantly blow from the west (270°) at an average of 8.9 knots, with maximum gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 29°C, providing relatively stable environmental conditions for most of the year.
Notable Features
The airport's coastal location near the Atlantic Ocean influences its meteorological characteristics, with visibility averaging 9.3 statute miles. Pilots should note that fog occurs in 1.3% of observations, and conditions dropping below 3 statute miles happen in only 2.4% of cases. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and modest average crosswind components around 5.6 knots.
Approach Considerations
November, January, and October represent the best VFR months for operations at Cape May County Airport. With low elevation and dual runways offering excellent wind alignment, pilots can expect consistent approach options. The nearly calm wind conditions (15.4% of observations) provide additional flexibility in runway selection and approach planning.
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