Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field

KBGM / BGM

Binghamton, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 16:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
16:53Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
8 kt
230° G15 kt
10 SM
Visibility
2,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBGM 101653Z 23008G15KT 10SM BKN024 OVC029 24/19 A2987 RMK AO2 SLP104 T02440189

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,636 ft
BKN 2,400 ft AGL
OVC 2,900 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,036 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,536 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,900 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 8 knots with gusts to 15 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 11 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2400 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 20 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
957 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,636 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,674 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,147 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF KBGM 101612Z 1016/1112 23007KT P6SM SCT015 BKN030 FM101900 21008G16KT P6SM -SHRA BKN035 PROB30 1020/1024 6SM -TSRA BKN025CB FM110100 24004KT P6SM OVC030 FM110600 25004KT P6SM OVC015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
19:00Z FM101900
+2h
VFR 210° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
20:00Z PROB30
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
01:00Z FM110100
+8h
VFR 240° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
BGM
10
28 ✈️
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
5,002 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
16/34 7,100 ft 150 ft ASP 148°
1.1 kt 7.9 kt
82° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBGM

9,322 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.9%
MVFR
28.1%
IFR
10.8%
LIFR
7.1%

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.7% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 4.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.3%
NE
3.6%
E
4%
SE
7.8%
S
15.9%
SW
12.6%
W
18.5%
NW
22.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.9°C
Range: -21°C to 30°C
-21°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.7%
Fog Frequency: 3.8%

Best Months for VFR

June May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,322 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBGM
IATA Code: BGM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,636 ft MSL

Location

City: Binghamton
Country: US
Latitude: 42.208698°
Longitude: -75.979797°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 5,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 7,100 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field

Overview

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field serves the Southern Tier region of New York State as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 1,636 feet MSL. Positioned near Binghamton, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and supports various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KBGM demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing in 53.1% of observations. Pilots can expect challenging conditions during winter and early spring, with temperature ranges from -18°C to 26°C and potential reduced visibility, as evidenced by 6.1% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 10/28 at 5,002 feet and Runway 16/34 at 7,100 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 8.3 knots with occasional gusts up to 29 knots characterize the local wind environment, which pilots should consider during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 4.7 knots for 10/28 and 5.2 knots for 16/34. September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions, presenting optimal periods for general aviation operations at Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field.

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.