LaGuardia Airport

KLGA / LGA

New York, US

Last Updated
Jul 18, 02:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
02:51Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
8 kt
170°
9 SM
Visibility
30,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLGA 180251Z 17008KT 9SM SCT250 BKN300 26/17 A3002 RMK AO2 SLP166 FU BKN300 T02560172 53009 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 21 ft
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
BKN 30,000 ft AGL
BKN 30,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,021 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
30,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
30,021 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
30,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
30,021 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

LaGuardia Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 30,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 8 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 30000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 27 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Smoke, Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 19:00Z and 23:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 23:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (21 ft)
Pressure Alt
-92 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,233 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KLGA 180237Z 1803/1906 19005KT 6SM FU BKN250 FM181300 20009KT 6SM FU OVC150 FM181500 20011G18KT 6SM FU VCSH SCT015 OVC070 TEMPO 1815/1818 3SM SHRA BKN015 OVC050 FM181800 19011G18KT P6SM VCSH SCT015 OVC070 TEMPO 1819/1823 2SM TSRA BR BKN015 OVC050CB FM182300 20014G21KT 5SM -SHRA BKN015 OVC050 TEMPO 1823/1903 2SM TSRA BR BKN009 OVC050CB FM190300 24012KT 4SM SHRA BKN025 OVC050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 5 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
Smoke
13:00Z FM181300
+10h
VFR 200° 9 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
Smoke
15:00Z FM181500
+12h
VFR 200° 11 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
Smoke
15:00Z TEMPO
+12h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LGA
04
22
13
31
H1 ✈️
H1 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 32°
5.9 kt 5.4 kt
138° angle
13/31 7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 122°
5.4 kt 5.9 kt
48° angle
✈️ H1/H1
Active: H1
60 ft 60 ft ASP
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLGA

8,238 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.7%
MVFR
10.1%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
2.7%

LaGuardia Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, November, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 4.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.2%
NE
15.8%
E
5.4%
SE
2.9%
S
16.9%
SW
10.7%
W
14.2%
NW
19.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 11°C
Range: -15°C to 39°C
-15°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

June November May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt

Statistics computed from 8,238 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

LaGuardia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLGA
IATA Code: LGA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 21 ft MSL

Location

City: New York
Country: US
Latitude: 40.777199°
Longitude: -73.872597°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway H1/H1
Length: 60 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About LaGuardia Airport

Overview

LaGuardia Airport serves as a critical commercial airport located in New York City, situated at 40.777199, -73.872597 with an elevation of 21 feet mean sea level. As a large airport, it plays a significant role in the New York metropolitan area's transportation infrastructure, handling substantial commercial passenger traffic.

Flying Conditions

Located at a low elevation of 21 feet, LaGuardia experiences variable weather conditions typical of the northeastern United States. The airport's coastal proximity can result in frequent low visibility and wind-related challenges, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Notable Features

LaGuardia features three runways: two primary runways (04/22 and 13/31) measuring 7000 feet in length, and a smaller runway (H1/H1) of 60 feet. The airport's geographic location in a dense urban environment requires precise navigation and adherence to established approach procedures.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations given the airport's coastal positioning, with runway selections likely influenced by prevailing wind directions. The multiple runway configurations (7000ft ASP runways) provide operational flexibility for different wind and traffic 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.