McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field

KMCB / MCB

McComb, US

Last Updated
Apr 15, 14:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 160 hours ago
14:53Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
7 kt
160°
10 SM
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMCB 151453Z AUTO 16007KT 10SM FEW006 BKN010 OVC025 20/19 A3011 RMK AO2 SLP193 T02000189 50007

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 413 ft
FEW 600 ft AGL
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
OVC 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,013 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,413 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,913 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,500 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 160.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 7 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (413 ft)
Pressure Alt
211 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 910 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMCB 220520Z 2206/2306 00000KT P6SM SCT070 BKN100 FM221800 14006KT P6SM FEW060 FEW220 AMD NOT SKED
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:14Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
18:00Z FM221800
+11h
VFR 140° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCB
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
5,000 ft 100 ft ASP 156°
6.9 kt 1.2 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 - KMCB

6,233 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.3%
MVFR
18.5%
IFR
9.4%
LIFR
7.8%

McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field typically experiences VFR conditions 64.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 27.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 27.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
16%
NE
3.9%
E
2.8%
SE
9.9%
S
24.3%
SW
6.2%
W
2.8%
NW
6.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.1°C
Range: -10°C to 34°C
-10°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 5.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 6,233 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMCB
IATA Code: MCB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 413 ft MSL

Location

City: McComb
Country: US
Latitude: 31.178499°
Longitude: -90.471901°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About McComb-Pike County Airport / John E Lewis Field

Overview

McComb-Pike County Airport serves the Pike County region in southern Mississippi, providing critical aviation infrastructure for general aviation and regional transportation. Located at an elevation of 413 feet MSL near the city of McComb, this medium-sized airport offers a 5000-foot asphalt runway capable of supporting a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at McComb-Pike County Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with VFR rules prevailing in 66.1% of observations. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, primarily from the south at an average of 6.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Pilots should note significant seasonal temperature variations ranging from -4°C to 34°C, with September through November offering the most consistent VFR weather.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) provides excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of just 2.8 knots. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for reduced visibility during 6.5% of observations involving fog and 3.4% of instances with visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33's orientation and length make it suitable for most general aviation aircraft, with consistent wind conditions facilitating predictable approaches. Given the southern prevailing winds, pilots can typically expect approaches from the south, though local conditions should always be confirmed through current METAR and local advisory information.

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.