The Florida Keys Marathon Airport

KMTH / MTH

Marathon, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 09:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
09:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
13 kt
80°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMTH 220953Z AUTO 08013KT 10SM FEW044 23/13 A3010 RMK AO2 SLP192 T02280128 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5 ft
FEW 4,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,405 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

The Florida Keys Marathon Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,400 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 13 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,400 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5 ft)
Pressure Alt
-168 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 793 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMTH 220857Z 2209/2306 08009G18KT P6SM SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MTH
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
5,008 ft 100 ft ASP 67°
12.8 kt 2.3 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 - KMTH

5,841 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.1%
MVFR
11%
IFR
1.4%
LIFR
0.5%

The Florida Keys Marathon Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 32°C with an average of 23.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 9%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.1%
NE
25.8%
E
28%
SE
7.4%
S
3.3%
SW
1.8%
W
2.8%
NW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.9°C
Range: 10°C to 32°C
10°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.5%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

February November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,841 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

The Florida Keys Marathon Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMTH
IATA Code: MTH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5 ft MSL

Location

City: Marathon
Country: US
Latitude: 24.726101°
Longitude: -81.051399°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,008 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About The Florida Keys Marathon Airport

Overview

The Florida Keys Marathon Airport (KMTH) serves as a critical aviation hub in the Middle Keys region of Florida. Located at coordinates 24.726101, -81.051399, the medium-sized airport sits at a low elevation of 5 feet mean sea level. Its strategic position supports general aviation, regional transportation, and emergency services in the Marathon area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KMTH are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 86.9% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The prevailing winds from the northeast (45°) average 7.4 knots, with temperatures ranging from 11°C to 32°C and an average of 24.7°C. November, January, and December offer the most consistently good flying weather, with minimal instances of low instrument meteorological conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (07/25) measuring 5,008 feet with an asphalt surface. Its low elevation and coastal location in the Florida Keys create unique environmental conditions, with generally excellent visibility averaging 9.8 statute miles. Wind patterns are remarkably consistent, with the runway experiencing favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 3.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 is optimally aligned with prevailing winds, providing pilots with consistent wind conditions for approaches and departures. The airport experiences calm winds 11% of the time, with maximum recorded winds of 29 knots. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of late fall and winter.

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

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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.