Niagara Falls International Airport

KIAG / IAG

Niagara Falls, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
17:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
4 kt
90°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KIAG 041753Z 09004KT 9SM CLR 07/M01 A3023 RMK AO2 SLP251 I6000 T00671011 10067 21017 58019 $
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (589 ft)
Pressure Alt
267 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -552 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KIAG 041727Z 0418/0518 VRB05KT P6SM FEW100 FM050100 VRB03KT P6SM BKN020 FM050300 00000KT 4SM BR BKN012 FM050600 00000KT 3SM BR BKN007 FM051200 06007KT 3SM BR BKN007 PROB30 0517/0518 4SM -RA OVC004
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
01:00Z FM050100
+7h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
03:00Z FM050300
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Mist
06:00Z FM050600
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IAG
06 ✈️
24
10L ✈️
28R
10R ✈️
28L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
5,189 ft 150 ft ASP 50°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 10L
9,829 ft 150 ft PEM 90°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 10R
3,973 ft 75 ft ASP 89°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KIAG

6,005 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53%
MVFR
30.1%
IFR
13.6%
LIFR
3.3%

Niagara Falls International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 11 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 9.4% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 11 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 9%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.8%
NE
3.9%
E
9.1%
SE
2.9%
S
9.9%
SW
21.3%
W
27.2%
NW
9.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.9°C
Range: -21°C to 29°C
-21°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 9.4%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,005 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Niagara Falls International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KIAG
IATA Code: IAG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 589 ft MSL

Location

City: Niagara Falls
Country: US
Latitude: 43.107300°
Longitude: -78.946198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 5,189 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10L/28R
Length: 9,829 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 3,973 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Niagara Falls International Airport

Overview

Niagara Falls International Airport serves the western New York region as a medium-sized airport situated near the Canadian border. Located at an elevation of 589 feet MSL, the airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure for the Niagara Falls metropolitan area. Its three runways support diverse aviation operations, with the longest runway (10L/28R) measuring 9,829 feet.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KIAG demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 59% of the time. Temperature ranges from -18°C to 29°C, creating potential challenges across seasons. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at an average of 11.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 38 knots. September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions, presenting optimal flying windows.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with different surface compositions: two asphalt (06/24 and 10R/28L) and one Portland cement (10L/28R). Its geographic position near the Great Lakes can introduce localized weather phenomena, particularly lake-effect conditions. The long 10L/28R runway provides substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind conditions around 5.4-6.1 knots. Pilots should anticipate potential visibility restrictions, with observations showing 7% of reports featuring visibility below 3 statute miles and occasional fog events at 3.8%. The comprehensive runway configuration allows multiple approach options based on prevailing meteorological conditions.

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.