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Weather Briefing
VFRCambridge Dorchester Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,800 feet and 7 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 7 SM. The ceiling is 3800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
|
4,476 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 144° |
↑ 3.9 kt
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↔ 0.7 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - KCGE
16,283 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Cambridge Dorchester Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 26.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, April, December.
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Statistics computed from 16,283 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Cambridge Dorchester Airport
Cambridge Dorchester Airport (KCGE/CGE) is located in Cambridge, US at an elevation of 20 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 4,476 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 16,283 weather observations shows KCGE maintains VFR conditions 82.2% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 9% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 8.8% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KCGE come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 8.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 31 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (26.3% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 16/34 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are January, April, December, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -12°C (10°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 9.5°C (49°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.32 to 30.72 inHg (993-1040 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 16,283 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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