Monticello Municipal Ellis Field

KLLQ

Monticello, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
18:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
7 kt
190° G18 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLLQ 041853Z AUTO 19007G18KT 10SM SCT038 27/17 A3008 RMK AO2 SLP183 T02670172

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 270 ft
SCT 3,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,070 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (270 ft)
Pressure Alt
98 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,603 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KLLQ 041720Z 0418/0518 18010G20KT P6SM SCT025 FM050600 19008KT P6SM OVC025 FM051500 21009KT P6SM OVC050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
06:00Z FM050600
+11h
MVFR 190° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LLQ
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
5,018 ft 75 ft ASP 31°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLLQ

4,884 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.9%
MVFR
15.5%
IFR
9.2%
LIFR
3.4%

Monticello Municipal Ellis Field typically experiences VFR conditions 71.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 25.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.9%
NE
11.1%
E
6.2%
SE
4.5%
S
16.3%
SW
13.8%
W
9.2%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.8°C
Range: -9°C to 37°C
-9°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.6%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

March September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,884 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Monticello Municipal Ellis Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLLQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 270 ft MSL

Location

City: Monticello
Country: US
Latitude: 33.638599°
Longitude: -91.750999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,018 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Monticello Municipal Ellis Field

Overview

Monticello Municipal Ellis Field serves the aviation needs of Monticello, Arkansas, providing a critical medium-sized airport for regional operations. Located at 33.638599, -91.750999 with an elevation of 270 feet MSL, the airport offers a single runway (03/21) measuring 5,018 feet of asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions, with 69.9% of recorded METARs showing visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, with prevailing winds from the south at an average of 5.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 20 knots. Seasonal temperatures range widely from -7°C to 37°C, with an average of 15.2°C, suggesting pilots should be prepared for significant temperature variations.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 03/21 shows 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 3 knots. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 9.3 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility (below 3SM happening only 1.3% of the time). Pilots can expect the most consistently favorable conditions during September, October, and November.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing southerly winds, runway 21 may offer the most comfortable approach for most wind conditions. The airport experiences calm wind conditions 28.1% of the time, providing flexible approach options. Pilots should be prepared for potential marginal conditions, as 15.9% of observations show MVFR conditions and 10.1% indicate full IFR 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.