Camarillo International Airport

KCMA

Camarillo, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
08:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
0 kt
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCMA 040855Z AUTO 00000KT 9SM CLR 11/09 A3000 RMK AO2 SLP167 T01060094 55001
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (77 ft)
Pressure Alt
-6 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -468 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KCMA 040538Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT P6SM SCT250 FM041300 VRB03KT 6SM BR OVC008 FM041500 16005KT P6SM OVC012 FM041700 23008KT P6SM SKC FM050200 VRB03KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z FM041300
+4h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist
15:00Z FM041500
+6h
MVFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
17:00Z FM041700
+8h
VFR 230° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CMA
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 6,013 ft 150 ft PEM 90°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCMA

5,051 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.2%
MVFR
15.5%
IFR
8%
LIFR
5.3%

Camarillo International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 28.4% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 3°C and 31°C with an average of 15.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 28.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.5%
NE
15.3%
E
14.8%
SE
3%
S
6.3%
SW
12.3%
W
13.9%
NW
3.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.7°C
Range: 3°C to 31°C
3°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.3%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

February January October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,051 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Camarillo International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCMA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 77 ft MSL

Location

City: Camarillo
Country: US
Latitude: 34.213699°
Longitude: -119.094002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 6,013 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Camarillo International Airport

Overview

Camarillo International Airport serves the Ventura County region in Southern California, situated at an elevation of 77 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 34.213699, -119.094002, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting various general aviation and regional flight operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Camarillo are predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR), with 67.4% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Pilots can expect moderate temperatures ranging from 4°C to 29°C, with an average of 16°C. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at 90 degrees, with an average speed of 6.6 knots and occasional gusts up to 31 knots, with calm conditions occurring 28.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (08/26) measuring 6,013 feet with a Pavement Evaluation Method (PEM) surface. Visibility averages 8.6 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions including fog (3.9% of observations) and visibility below 3 miles in 3.8% of reports. October, January, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with a 100% compatible wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots. Instrument meteorological conditions occur in 15.3% of observations (IFR and LIFR combined), suggesting pilots should be prepared for potential instrument approach requirements during less stable weather periods.

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.