Columbus Metropolitan Airport

KCSG / CSG

Columbus, US

Last Updated
Mar 6, 13:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
13:51Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
0 kt
8 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCSG 061351Z 00000KT 8SM SCT060 SCT070 18/17 A3025 RMK AO2 SLP239 T01830167

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 397 ft
SCT 6,000 ft AGL
SCT 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,397 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,397 ft AMSL
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (397 ft)
Pressure Alt
75 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 530 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KCSG 061137Z 0612/0712 10005KT P6SM SKC FM061500 17005KT P6SM SCT012 BKN020 FM061700 19006KT P6SM VCSH BKN035 PROB30 0621/0702 4SM -TSRA BKN030CB FM070200 00000KT P6SM BKN150 FM071100 00000KT P6SM BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM061500
+1h
MVFR 170° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
17:00Z FM061700
+3h
VFR 190° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
21:00Z PROB30
+7h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CSG
06
24
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 6,997 ft 150 ft ASP 53°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
53° angle
13/31 3,997 ft 150 ft ASP 127°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
127° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCSG

4,873 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.3%
MVFR
14.5%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
5%

Columbus Metropolitan Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 30.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.3%
NE
5.4%
E
14.3%
SE
4.6%
S
5.9%
SW
9%
W
8.5%
NW
10.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.1°C
Range: -7°C to 34°C
-7°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.2%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,873 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Columbus Metropolitan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCSG
IATA Code: CSG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 397 ft MSL

Location

City: Columbus
Country: US
Latitude: 32.516300°
Longitude: -84.938904°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,997 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 3,997 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Columbus Metropolitan Airport

Overview

Columbus Metropolitan Airport serves the Columbus, Georgia region as a medium-sized airport situated at 397 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 32.516300, -84.938904, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area with two asphalt runways supporting diverse operational needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KCSG demonstrate significant VFR predictability, with 73.2% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperature ranges from -5°C to 34°C, creating generally stable flying environments. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the east at an average of 6.4 knots, with calm conditions occurring 33.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: Runway 06/24 at 6,997 feet and Runway 13/31 at 3,997 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways exhibit 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind conditions (4.1kt and 3.9kt respectively). September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent wind conditions for approach and departure, with predominantly eastern wind patterns. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with only 1.2% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Instrument conditions (IFR and LIFR) represent less than 13% of total observations, suggesting generally reliable visual navigation opportunities.

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.