University of Illinois Willard Airport

KCMI / CMI

Savoy, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:49Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 3 min ago
17:49Z

🌇 Dusk
LIFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
12 kt
70°
--
Visibility
100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KCMI 041749Z 07012KT 3/4SM R32R/3500V4500FT BR OVC001 07/07 A3009 RMK AO2

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 755 ft
OVC 100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
855 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (755 ft)
Pressure Alt
583 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -196 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KCMI 041721Z 0418/0518 09005KT 1 1/2SM BR OVC003 PROB30 0420/0423 3/4SM TSRA BR OVC002CB FM050000 VRB03KT 3SM -SHRA BR OVC003 FM050600 VRB04KT 1/2SM -SHRA FG OVC002 PROB30 0507/0512 1/2SM TSRA BR OVC002CB FM051200 15005KT 1SM SHRA BR OVC003 FM051700 25009KT 4SM BR OVC007
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:51Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist
20:00Z PROB30
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 3/4SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
00:00Z FM050000
+7h
LIFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CMI
04
22
14L
32R
14R ✈️
32L
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 6,500 ft 150 ft CON 40°
10.4 kt 6.0 kt
30° angle
14L/32R 8,100 ft 150 ft CON 136°
4.9 kt 11.0 kt
66° angle
✈️ 14R/32L
Active: 14R
3,817 ft 75 ft ASP 60°
4.1 kt 11.3 kt
70° angle
18/36 5,299 ft 150 ft CON 179°
3.9 kt 11.3 kt
109° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCMI

5,083 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.9%
MVFR
19.5%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
6.6%

University of Illinois Willard Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 4.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.5%
NE
8.7%
E
12.2%
SE
8.6%
S
17.3%
SW
10.3%
W
19.2%
NW
10.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.5°C
Range: -26°C to 34°C
-26°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.7%
Fog Frequency: 5.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.8 kt
Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,083 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

University of Illinois Willard Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCMI
IATA Code: CMI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 755 ft MSL

Location

City: Savoy
Country: US
Latitude: 40.039819°
Longitude: -88.276249°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14L/32R
Length: 8,100 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14R/32L
Length: 3,817 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 5,299 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About University of Illinois Willard Airport

Overview

University of Illinois Willard Airport serves the Champaign-Urbana metropolitan area in east-central Illinois, situated in Savoy. As a medium airport with four runways ranging from 3,817 to 8,100 feet long, it supports diverse aviation operations at an elevation of 755 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 65.7% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -26°C to 34°C, with an average of 6.5°C. Wind patterns are consistent from the west at an average of 10.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 33 knots and calm periods occurring 4.8% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features four concrete and asphalt runways oriented in multiple directions, providing operational flexibility across different wind conditions. Its strategic layout allows pilots multiple approach options, with each runway experiencing 100% favorable wind alignment and modest average crosswind components between 6.5 and 6.9 knots.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 8.9 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions including 4.3% of observations below 3 miles and 5.9% experiencing fog. September, October, and January historically offer the most consistent VFR conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential weather variability and prepare accordingly with appropriate alternate planning and weather briefings.

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.