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IFRArlington Municipal Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 9 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 900 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 3,500 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 127° |
↑ 7.5 kt
•
↔ 4.9 kt
33° angle
|
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✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
|
5,333 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 179° |
↑ 9.0 kt
•
↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KAWO
8,160 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Arlington Municipal Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 33.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.8% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.
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Statistics computed from 8,160 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Arlington Municipal Airport
Overview
Arlington Municipal Airport serves the Greater Seattle area in Washington State, situated northwest of the metropolitan region. As a medium-sized airport with two paved runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for general aviation, training, and local transportation needs in Snohomish County.
Flying Conditions
Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with over 52% of observations showing clear weather. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 32°C create variable conditions, while prevailing southeast winds at an average of 6.6 knots provide relatively stable approach environments. September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions.
Notable Features
Located at 142 feet mean sea level, Arlington Municipal Airport features two runway configurations: 11/29 at 3,500 feet and 16/34 at 5,333 feet. Both runways offer excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and minimal average crosswind components (4 knots on 11/29, 2.5 knots on 16/34).
Approach Considerations
Given the consistent southeast wind pattern, pilots should anticipate runway 11/29 and 16/34 as primary approaches. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced conditions, with 11.6% of observations experiencing fog and 6.6% having visibility below 3 statute miles.
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