Branson Airport

KBBG / BKG

Branson, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
02:45Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
4 kt
40°
--
Visibility
200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBBG 050245Z 04004KT 1/4SM FG BR OVC002 14/14 A2996

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,302 ft
OVC 200 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,502 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBBG 042333Z 0500/0524 VRB04KT 1/2SM SHRA FG OVC002 TEMPO 0503/0507 1/2SM TSRA BR OVC002CB FM050700 VRB04KT 1SM -TSRA OVC003CB FM051000 VRB03KT 4SM -SHRA OVC003 FM051800 24005KT P6SM BKN007 AMD LTD TO WX VIS AND WIND AFT 050300
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:53Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Showers Rain, Fog
03:00Z TEMPO
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
07:00Z FM050700
+5h
LIFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
10:00Z FM051000
+8h
LIFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBG
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
7,140 ft 150 ft CONC-G 145°
0.7 kt 3.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBBG

6,887 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.5%
MVFR
5.1%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
1.2%

Branson Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 40.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 40.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.3%
NE
1.8%
E
5.3%
SE
12.7%
S
6.9%
SW
8.9%
W
5.1%
NW
13.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -17°C to 34°C
-17°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

February September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,887 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Branson Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBBG
IATA Code: BKG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,302 ft MSL

Location

City: Branson
Country: US
Latitude: 36.532082°
Longitude: -93.200544°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 7,140 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CONC-G
ILS: No

About Branson Airport

Overview

Branson Airport (KBBG) serves the popular tourist destination of Branson, Missouri, situated in the southwestern part of the state. As a medium-sized airport located at 1302 feet mean sea level, it provides crucial aviation access to the Ozark Mountain region. The airport features a single concrete runway (14/32) with a substantial length of 7,140 feet, capable of supporting a wide range of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 91.2% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Winds are predominantly from the northwest (315°) at an average speed of 6.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 34°C, with an average of 10.4°C, indicating significant seasonal variation that pilots should prepare for. January, September, and October consistently offer the most favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

Positioned in the Ozark terrain, the airport's elevation and surrounding landscape present unique geographic considerations for pilots. The airport demonstrates remarkable wind stability, with 45.5% of observations reporting calm conditions. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 9.6 statute miles, with only 0.7% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence (0.8%).

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots. This configuration provides pilots with consistent and predictable approach conditions. The substantial runway length of 7,140 feet allows for comfortable operations across various aircraft types and weights, with ample margin for safe landings and takeoffs.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.