Jim Hamilton L.B. Owens Airport

KCUB / CUB

Columbia, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
7 kt
220°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCUB 042053Z AUTO 22007KT 10SM CLR 26/12 A3020 RMK AO2 SLP225 T02610122 56029
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (193 ft)
Pressure Alt
-100 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,266 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KCUB 041721Z 0418/0518 22006KT P6SM SCT250 FM050000 VRB03KT P6SM SCT250 FM050900 00000KT 2SM BR SCT003 TEMPO 0510/0513 BKN003 FM051400 19004KT P6SM BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z FM050000
+3h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM050900
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CUB
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
5,002 ft 75 ft ASP 127°
0.0 kt 7.0 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 - KCUB

4,734 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.8%
MVFR
15%
IFR
8%
LIFR
3.2%

Jim Hamilton L.B. Owens Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6 knots. Calm conditions occur 55.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 55.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.5%
NE
3.9%
E
2.6%
SE
2.2%
S
6.5%
SW
9.3%
W
10.7%
NW
7.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 12°C
Range: -8°C to 33°C
-8°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,734 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jim Hamilton L.B. Owens Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCUB
IATA Code: CUB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 193 ft MSL

Location

City: Columbia
Country: US
Latitude: 33.970501°
Longitude: -80.995201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 5,002 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jim Hamilton L.B. Owens Airport

Overview

Jim Hamilton L.B. Owens Airport serves the Columbia metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located at 33.970501, -80.995201. Situated at 193 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting various general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 77.9% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Wind patterns are characterized by westerly winds at 270 degrees, averaging 6 knots, with calm conditions occurring 58.4% of the time. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 33°C, with an average of 13.6°C, offering relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The primary runway 13/31 is 5,002 feet long with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting a variety of aircraft operations. Wind analysis indicates the runway experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 4.1 knots, which provides consistent and manageable approach conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

October, November, and September represent the best VFR months for operations at this airport. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 1.2% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles and 1.8% reporting fog conditions. Pilots should be prepared for generally excellent visual meteorological conditions when planning flights to Jim Hamilton L.B. Owens Airport.

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.