Mobile Regional Airport

KMOB / MOB

Mobile, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 05:24Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
05:24Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
8 kt
120°
10 SM
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KMOB 050524Z AUTO 12008KT 10SM SCT012 BKN050 19/17 A3016 RMK AO2 T01940172

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 219 ft
SCT 1,200 ft AGL
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,419 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,219 ft AMSL
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (219 ft)
Pressure Alt
-14 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 519 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KMOB 050415Z 0504/0524 12006KT P6SM SCT025 BKN050 FM050600 16006KT P6SM BKN012 FM050800 14005KT 4SM BR OVC004 FM050900 13004KT 1/2SM FG OVC002 FM051300 13007KT P6SM BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
06:00Z FM050600
+1h
MVFR 160° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
08:00Z FM050800
+3h
LIFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
09:00Z FM050900
+4h
LIFR 130° 4 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MOB
14 ✈️
32
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
8,521 ft 150 ft ASP 144°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
4,365 ft 150 ft ASP 180°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMOB

4,914 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.2%
MVFR
15.1%
IFR
7.1%
LIFR
6.5%

Mobile Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 19.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.7%
NE
8.5%
E
7.6%
SE
9.4%
S
14.4%
SW
8.3%
W
3.3%
NW
10.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.1°C
Range: -7°C to 42°C
-7°C 42°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.3%
Fog Frequency: 5.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,914 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mobile Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMOB
IATA Code: MOB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 219 ft MSL

Location

City: Mobile
Country: US
Latitude: 30.691200°
Longitude: -88.242798°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 8,521 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 4,365 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mobile Regional Airport

Overview

Mobile Regional Airport serves the Gulf Coast region of Alabama, positioned near the city of Mobile and the Mississippi border. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalt runways, it supports both commercial and general aviation operations. The airport's elevation of 219 feet MSL provides a relatively low-altitude operating environment in southeastern United States.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at KMOB, with 73.2% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Temperature ranges from -4°C to 42°C indicate significant seasonal variation, while the average wind speed of 6.8 knots suggests generally mild conditions. Northerly winds predominate, and pilots should be aware that calm winds occur in 19.6% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: Runway 14/32 at 8,521 feet and Runway 18/36 at 4,365 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind (4 knots and 3.2 knots respectively). Visibility averages 8.9 statute miles, with only 2.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations at Mobile Regional Airport. Fog occurs in 5.5% of observations, which may impact approach planning during certain seasons. The airport's wind patterns suggest minimal runway selection challenges, with both runways showing excellent wind alignment and low crosswind potential.

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.