Muskegon County Airport

KMKG / MKG

Muskegon, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 18:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
18:55Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
4 kt
100°
--
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMKG 271855Z 10004KT 1 1/2SM TSRA BR SCT014CB BKN090 OVC110 23/23 A2980 RMK AO2 TWR VIS 1 3/4 SLP086 OCNL LTGICCCCA E TS E MOV SE P0019 T02330228

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 629 ft
SCT 1,400 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
OVC 11,000 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,029 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,629 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,629 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Muskegon County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 11,000 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,400 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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 Thunderstorm Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 21:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (629 ft)
Pressure Alt
757 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,868 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMKG 271739Z 2718/2818 18012G18KT 6SM -TSRA SCT018 BKN050CB TEMPO 2718/2721 2SM TSRA OVC018CB FM272100 24012KT 6SM BR BKN080 PROB30 2721/2802 4SM TSRA OVC025CB FM280200 VRB04KT 5SM BR OVC012 FM280600 36008KT 4SM BR BKN007 FM281500 36012G21KT P6SM SCT010 BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:22Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 180° 12 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
21:00Z FM272100
+2h
VFR 240° 12 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Mist
21:00Z PROB30
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
02:00Z FM280200
+7h
IFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MKG
06
24
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 6,501 ft 150 ft ASP 56°
2.9 kt 2.8 kt
44° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
5,001 ft 150 ft ASP 137°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMKG

9,780 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.4%
MVFR
25.4%
IFR
9.2%
LIFR
4.1%

Muskegon County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.4% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 9.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.6%
N
9.4%
S
12.3%
W
16.7%
NE
4.4%
NW
14.3%
SE
9.6%
SW
12.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.4°C
Range: -21°C to 32°C
-21°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.4%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

May October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 9,780 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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
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.