Martin State Airport

KMTN / MTN

Baltimore, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
21:54Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
0 kt
3 SM
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMTN 042154Z 00000KT 3SM BR BKN006 OVC015 09/07 A3024

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 21 ft
BKN 600 ft AGL
OVC 1,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
621 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,521 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KMTN 041741Z 0418/0518 00000KT 5SM BR BKN015 OVC040 FM042000 03003KT 6SM -SHRA BR OVC006 FM050400 00000KT 1SM -DZ BR OVC004 FM051000 00000KT 1/2SM -DZ FG OVC003 FM051400 10002KT 3SM BR OVC006 FM051700 10004KT 5SM BR BKN010 OVC040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:50Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Mist
04:00Z FM050400
+6h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Light Drizzle, Mist
10:00Z FM051000
+12h
LIFR
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Drizzle, Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MTN
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
15/33 6,996 ft 180 ft CON 135°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
135° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMTN

6,145 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79%
MVFR
13.7%
IFR
4.6%
LIFR
2.7%

Martin State Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 46.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 46.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.6%
NE
2.2%
E
3.3%
SE
2.5%
S
8.5%
SW
3.2%
W
5.9%
NW
14.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.6°C
Range: -14°C to 29°C
-14°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 12.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.8%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

January October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 6,145 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Martin State Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMTN
IATA Code: MTN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 21 ft MSL

Location

City: Baltimore
Country: US
Latitude: 39.325699°
Longitude: -76.413803°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 6,996 ft
Width: 180 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Martin State Airport

Overview

Martin State Airport serves the Baltimore metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport situated at 21 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 39.325699, -76.413803, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its primary runway 15/33 offers a substantial 6,996-foot concrete surface for various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 79.6% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, primarily from the northwest at 315° with an average speed of 7.3 knots. Temperature ranges from -10°C to 29°C, with an average of 9.7°C, suggesting relatively mild climate conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 21 feet MSL indicates a flat surrounding terrain typical of the Baltimore coastal region. Wind data shows significant calm periods, with 48.2% of observations reporting no wind movement. The airport demonstrates consistent wind conditions, with runway 15/33 experiencing favorable wind alignment 100% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider the prevailing northwest winds and the airport's consistent crosswind characteristics, averaging only 3.4 knots on runway 15/33. Visibility is typically excellent, with an average of 13.1 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (0.5% of observations). January, October, and December present the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for flight operations.

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.