McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field

KMCB / MCB

McComb, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
19:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
10 kt
160° G17 kt
10 SM
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMCB 041953Z AUTO 16010G17KT 10SM OVC050 27/15 A3012 RMK AO2 SLP195 T02670150

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 413 ft
OVC 5,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,413 ft AMSL
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (413 ft)
Pressure Alt
211 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,750 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF KMCB 041748Z 0418/0518 13005G19KT P6SM SCT030 BKN050 FM042200 17008KT P6SM SCT045 BKN050 FM050600 13005KT 2SM BR OVC004 FM051500 13008KT 5SM BR OVC007
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
22:00Z FM042200
+2h
VFR 170° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
06:00Z FM050600
+10h
LIFR 130° 5 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
MCB
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
5,000 ft 100 ft ASP 156°
9.8 kt 1.7 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 - KMCB

5,253 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
9.5%
LIFR
8.4%

McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field typically experiences VFR conditions 65% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 29.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.6%
NE
4.3%
E
3%
SE
7.7%
S
22%
SW
6.5%
W
2.8%
NW
6.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.6°C
Range: -10°C to 34°C
-10°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.1%
Fog Frequency: 6.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,253 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMCB
IATA Code: MCB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 413 ft MSL

Location

City: McComb
Country: US
Latitude: 31.178499°
Longitude: -90.471901°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field

Overview

McComb-Pike County Airport serves the Pike County region in southern Mississippi, providing critical aviation infrastructure for general aviation and regional transportation. Located at an elevation of 413 feet MSL near the city of McComb, this medium-sized airport offers a 5000-foot asphalt runway capable of supporting a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at McComb-Pike County Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with VFR rules prevailing in 66.1% of observations. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, primarily from the south at an average of 6.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Pilots should note significant seasonal temperature variations ranging from -4°C to 34°C, with September through November offering the most consistent VFR weather.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) provides excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of just 2.8 knots. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for reduced visibility during 6.5% of observations involving fog and 3.4% of instances with visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33's orientation and length make it suitable for most general aviation aircraft, with consistent wind conditions facilitating predictable approaches. Given the southern prevailing winds, pilots can typically expect approaches from the south, though local conditions should always be confirmed through current METAR and local advisory information.

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.