Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field

KRYY

Atlanta, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 05:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
05:50Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KRYY 050550Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 16/12 A3021 RMK AO2 SLP961 T01610122 10206 20139 58012 $
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,040 ft)
Pressure Alt
748 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,118 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KRYY 050541Z 0506/0606 VRB02KT P6SM SCT250 FM051000 16003KT 6SM BR FEW004 SCT150 TEMPO 0511/0515 1SM BR BKN004 FM051600 19005KT P6SM SCT015 BKN035 FM051800 19007KT P6SM SCT045 FM060000 19004KT P6SM SCT100 FM060400 21004KT P6SM SCT008 BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >6SM
10:00Z FM051000
+5h
VFR 160° 3 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Mist
11:00Z TEMPO
+6h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
16:00Z FM051600
+11h
VFR 190° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RYY
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 6,305 ft 75 ft ASP 88°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
88° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KRYY

4,581 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.9%
MVFR
14.8%
IFR
8.8%
LIFR
6.5%

Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field typically experiences VFR conditions 69.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 34% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 34%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.3%
NE
1.2%
E
13.6%
SE
3.5%
S
4.5%
SW
10%
W
17.4%
NW
13.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.3°C
Range: -12°C to 32°C
-12°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.2%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,581 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KRYY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,040 ft MSL

Location

City: Atlanta
Country: US
Latitude: 34.013160°
Longitude: -84.597210°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,305 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field

Overview

Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field serves the metropolitan Atlanta area as a medium-sized airport located at 1040 feet mean sea level. Situated at coordinates 34.013160, -84.597210, the airport provides critical general aviation infrastructure for the northwestern suburban region of Atlanta.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at McCollum Field predominantly support visual flight rules (VFR), with 70.7% of observations indicating clear conditions. Pilots can expect significant seasonal variability, with temperatures ranging from -8°C to 32°C and average temperatures around 13.1°C. October, September, and November consistently offer the most favorable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (09/27) extending 6,305 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind patterns are predominantly western, averaging 6.6 knots with calm conditions occurring 35.7% of the time. The runway alignment demonstrates excellent wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind component of just 2.9 knots.

Approach Considerations

Visibility at McCollum Field averages 9.3 statute miles, with only 2.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during 1% of observations with fog present. The consistent western winds and long runway provide reliable approach and departure conditions for most aircraft 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.