Muskegon County Airport

KMKG / MKG

Muskegon, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 20:04Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
20:04Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
10 kt
140°
--
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KMKG 272004Z 14010KT 1 3/4SM -RA BR FEW009 BKN015 OVC021 22/21 A2975 RMK AO2 SFC VIS 3 TSE04 LTG DSNT SE TS DSNT SE P0001 T02170211

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 629 ft
FEW 900 ft AGL
BKN 1,500 ft AGL
OVC 2,100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,529 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,129 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,729 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Muskegon County Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,100 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 10 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

The ceiling is 1500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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 22 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 20:00Z and 21:00Z.

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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (629 ft)
Pressure Alt
817 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,808 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KMKG 271954Z 2720/2818 14010KT 2SM -TSRA OVC015CB TEMPO 2720/2721 P6SM NSW SCT015 OVC060 FM272100 15008KT P6SM BKN070 FM280200 VRB04KT 6SM BR SCT012 FM280600 36008KT 5SM BR BKN009 FM281500 36012G21KT P6SM SCT010 BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:20Z BASE
+0h
IFR 140° 10 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
21:00Z FM272100
+1h
VFR 150° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
02:00Z FM280200
+6h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Mist
06:00Z FM280600
+10h
IFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 900 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MKG
06
24
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 6,501 ft 150 ft ASP 56°
1.0 kt 9.9 kt
84° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
5,001 ft 150 ft ASP 137°
10.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMKG

9,780 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.4%
MVFR
25.4%
IFR
9.2%
LIFR
4.1%

Muskegon County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.4% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 9.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.6%
N
9.4%
S
12.3%
W
16.7%
NE
4.4%
NW
14.3%
SE
9.6%
SW
12.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.4°C
Range: -21°C to 32°C
-21°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.4%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

May October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 9,780 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Muskegon County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMKG
IATA Code: MKG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 629 ft MSL

Location

City: Muskegon
Country: US
Latitude: 43.169498°
Longitude: -86.238197°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,501 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Muskegon County Airport

Overview

Muskegon County Airport serves as a regional aviation facility located in western Michigan, strategically positioned near Lake Michigan. The airport provides medium-sized airport capabilities with two paved runways, supporting diverse aviation operations in the Muskegon County area at an elevation of 629 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Muskegon County Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 54.3% of observations. Pilots should anticipate Marginal VFR conditions in 31.5% of cases, with potential IFR or Low IFR conditions during approximately 14.2% of the time. The prevailing westerly winds at an average of 9.8 knots and temperature range from -20°C to 30°C require careful preflight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 06/24 at 6,501 feet and Runway 14/32 at 5,001 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 6.5 and 5.6 knots respectively. The surrounding terrain and Lake Michigan proximity likely contribute to the airport's dynamic weather patterns.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 8.5 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions below 3 miles in 9.9% of observations and light fog in 2.3% of reports. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should carefully review current meteorological data and be prepared for potential rapid weather changes characteristic of the Great Lakes region.

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.