Muskegon County Airport

KMKG / MKG

Muskegon, US

Last Updated
Apr 21, 16:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
16:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
11 kt
190° G24 kt
10 SM
Visibility
15,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMKG 211655Z 19011G24KT 10SM BKN150 OVC250 13/05 A2993 RMK AO2 PK WND 19030/1614 SLP139 T01280050

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 629 ft
BKN 15,000 ft AGL
OVC 25,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,629 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,629 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Muskegon County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 11 knots with gusts to 24 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component (gusting to 18 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 15000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 20 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: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 20 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 17:00Z and 19:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (629 ft)
Pressure Alt
607 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 518 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KMKG 211545Z 2116/2212 20016G28KT P6SM FEW060 SCT120 FM211700 23016G26KT 4SM -SHRA BR VCTS SCT035CB BKN050 TEMPO 2117/2119 31020G35KT 2SM -TSRA OVC025CB FM212000 22007KT P6SM SCT050 BKN120 FM220100 VRB04KT 5SM BR SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 16 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM212000
+3h
VFR 220° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
01:00Z FM220100
+8h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MKG
06
24 ✈️
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
6,501 ft 150 ft ASP 56°
7.1 kt 8.4 kt
50° angle
14/32 5,001 ft 150 ft ASP 137°
6.6 kt 8.8 kt
53° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMKG

7,191 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.3%
MVFR
30.6%
IFR
10.7%
LIFR
4.3%

Muskegon County Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 15% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 9.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 8.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.7%
NE
3.8%
E
12.1%
SE
10.8%
S
10.2%
SW
10.8%
W
17.6%
NW
16.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.3°C
Range: -21°C to 30°C
-21°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 8.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 9.2%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.8 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,191 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Muskegon County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMKG
IATA Code: MKG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 629 ft MSL

Location

City: Muskegon
Country: US
Latitude: 43.169498°
Longitude: -86.238197°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,501 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Muskegon County Airport

Overview

Muskegon County Airport serves as a regional aviation facility located in western Michigan, strategically positioned near Lake Michigan. The airport provides medium-sized airport capabilities with two paved runways, supporting diverse aviation operations in the Muskegon County area at an elevation of 629 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Muskegon County Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 54.3% of observations. Pilots should anticipate Marginal VFR conditions in 31.5% of cases, with potential IFR or Low IFR conditions during approximately 14.2% of the time. The prevailing westerly winds at an average of 9.8 knots and temperature range from -20°C to 30°C require careful preflight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 06/24 at 6,501 feet and Runway 14/32 at 5,001 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 6.5 and 5.6 knots respectively. The surrounding terrain and Lake Michigan proximity likely contribute to the airport's dynamic weather patterns.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 8.5 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions below 3 miles in 9.9% of observations and light fog in 2.3% of reports. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should carefully review current meteorological data and be prepared for potential rapid weather changes characteristic of the Great Lakes region.

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
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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.