Lake Cumberland Regional Airport

KSME / SME

Somerset, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:35Z

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Weather Source: Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (KSME)
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Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
09:35Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
4 kt
190°
10 SM
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSME 040935Z AUTO 19004KT 10SM SCT045 SCT055 OVC080 14/13 A3020 RMK AO2

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 927 ft
SCT 4,500 ft AGL
SCT 5,500 ft AGL
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,427 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,427 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,927 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
992 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (927 ft)
Pressure Alt
635 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 737 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSME 040520Z 0406/0506 18005KT P6SM BKN050 WS020/21035KT FM040900 19006KT P6SM SCT040 BKN060 FM042200 20006KT P6SM SCT025 BKN045 PROB30 0422/0501 4SM -SHRA OVC025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SME
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
5,800 ft 100 ft ASP 43°
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 - KSME

11,484 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.5%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
3.8%
LIFR
2.5%

Lake Cumberland Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 39.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 39.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
7%
NE
8.5%
E
4%
SE
1.7%
S
8.5%
SW
11%
W
13.1%
NW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.7°C
Range: -15°C to 33°C
-15°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 11,484 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lake Cumberland Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSME
IATA Code: SME
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 927 ft MSL

Location

City: Somerset
Country: US
Latitude: 37.053398°
Longitude: -84.615898°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,800 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lake Cumberland Regional Airport

Overview

Lake Cumberland Regional Airport serves Somerset, Kentucky as a medium-sized airport situated at 927 feet above mean sea level. Located in south-central Kentucky, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Lake Cumberland regional area, supporting general aviation and local transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 77.2% of observations showing clear weather. The airport experiences mild temperature variations between -14°C and 33°C, with an average temperature of 10.6°C. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270 degrees, with an average speed of 7.2 knots and maximum gusts up to 24 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 is a 5,800-foot asphalt surface with excellent wind alignment. The runway demonstrates consistent wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 3.7 knots. Calm wind conditions are frequent, occurring in 42.1% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable flying months with optimal VFR conditions. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (below 3 miles in only 0.7% of observations). Pilots should be prepared for occasional fog, which occurs in 1.9% of observations.

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.