Mahlon Sweet Field

KEUG / EUG

Eugene, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
06:54Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
8 kt
200°
10 SM
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KEUG 050654Z 20008KT 10SM SCT035 OVC050 08/06 A3027 RMK AO2 SLP253 T00780061 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 374 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
OVC 5,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,874 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,374 ft AMSL
QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (374 ft)
Pressure Alt
22 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -728 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KEUG 050520Z 0506/0606 20010KT P6SM SCT040 BKN060 BKN080 TEMPO 0506/0510 6SM -SHRA BKN014 FM051100 VRB04KT P6SM BKN026 FM051400 VRB03KT P6SM -SHRA SCT027 OVC029 FM052300 23005KT P6SM BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
11:00Z FM051100
+4h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,600 ft
14:00Z FM051400
+7h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,900 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EUG
03
21
16L ✈️
34R
16R ✈️
34L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 5,228 ft 150 ft ASP 47°
7.1 kt 3.6 kt
153° angle
✈️ 16L/34R
Active: 16L
6,000 ft 150 ft ASP 179°
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
40° angle
✈️ 16R/34L
Active: 16R
8,009 ft 150 ft ASP 179°
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KEUG

5,306 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69%
MVFR
15.7%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
7.3%

Mahlon Sweet Field typically experiences VFR conditions 69% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 24.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 16.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 5.3% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are January, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 24.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.5%
NE
2%
E
3.3%
SE
16.1%
S
25.4%
SW
6.5%
W
2.2%
NW
6.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.6°C
Range: -8°C to 34°C
-8°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 8.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.3%
Fog Frequency: 16.8%

Best Months for VFR

January September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 16L/34R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt
Runway 16R/34L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,306 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mahlon Sweet Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KEUG
IATA Code: EUG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 374 ft MSL

Location

City: Eugene
Country: US
Latitude: 44.124599°
Longitude: -123.211998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,228 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16L/34R
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16R/34L
Length: 8,009 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mahlon Sweet Field

Overview

Mahlon Sweet Field serves Eugene, Oregon as a medium-sized airport situated at 374 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 44.124599, -123.211998, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Willamette Valley region. The airport features three paved runways with lengths ranging from 5,228 to 8,009 feet, supporting diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KEUG demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 68.5% of the time. Pilots can expect predominant southerly winds averaging 6.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 34°C, and visibility typically exceeds 8.6 statute miles, though fog occurs in 15.1% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways provide excellent operational flexibility, with all runways experiencing 100% favorable wind alignments. Crosswind components remain consistently low, averaging between 2.3 and 4.1 knots across runways. The surrounding terrain of the Willamette Valley contributes to relatively stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

September, January, and October represent the most favorable months for VFR flying at Mahlon Sweet Field. Pilots should anticipate calm wind conditions approximately 24.2% of the time. With multiple runways available, wind direction provides maximum operational adaptability for approaching and departing aircraft.

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
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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.