Mission Field

KLVM / LVM

Livingston, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
21:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
14 kt
220° G25 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLVM 042153Z AUTO 22014G25KT 10SM CLR 13/M06 A2973 RMK AO2 PK WND 22028/2102 SLP051 T01331061
QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
852 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,660 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,848 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,726 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KLVM 041720Z 0418/0518 22020G30KT P6SM BKN200 FM050200 26012KT P6SM VCSH SCT050 BKN150 FM050800 27012KT 6SM -RASN OVC050 PROB30 0512/0518 2SM -SN SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 20 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
02:00Z FM050200
+4h
VFR 260° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
08:00Z FM050800
+10h
VFR 270° 12 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light RASN

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LVM
04
22 ✈️
08
26
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
5,701 ft 75 ft ASP 54°
14.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
08/26 3,700 ft 125 ft GRS 95°
8.0 kt 11.5 kt
125° angle
13/31 2,715 ft 120 ft GRS 148°
4.3 kt 13.3 kt
72° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLVM

4,423 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.3%
MVFR
6.7%
IFR
4.5%
LIFR
3.5%

Mission Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 15.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperature extremes range from -20°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 15.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 45 kt
Calm Winds: 4.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.2%
NE
0.7%
E
9.9%
SE
1.6%
S
1.4%
SW
27.9%
W
36.6%
NW
15.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.8°C
Range: -20°C to 29°C
-20°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.3%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

September March January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.6 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 11.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,423 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mission Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLVM
IATA Code: LVM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,660 ft MSL

Location

City: Livingston
Country: US
Latitude: 45.699402°
Longitude: -110.447998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,701 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 3,700 ft
Width: 125 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 2,715 ft
Width: 120 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Mission Field

Overview

Mission Field, located in Livingston, Montana, serves as a medium-sized airport serving the local region at an elevation of 4,660 feet MSL. Situated with coordinates 45.699402, -110.447998, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the southwestern Montana area, supporting various general aviation and potentially regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 85% of observations indicating good visual flight rules. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -20°C to 29°C, with an average of 5.6°C. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270° with an average speed of 14.8 knots, occasionally reaching maximum gusts of 45 knots.

Notable Features

Mission Field offers three runways with different surface compositions: Runway 04/22 is an asphalted 5,701-foot runway, while Runways 08/26 and 13/31 are grass surfaces measuring 3,700 and 2,715 feet respectively. The airport's elevation and varied runway options provide flexibility for different aircraft types and weather conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note that all runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind coverage, with average crosswind components ranging from 6.2 to 11 knots. Visibility averages 9.7 statute miles, with only 1.1% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. September, January, and November historically offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations.

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.