Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field

KNRB / NRB

Jacksonville, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 14:32Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
14:32Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
4 kt
Variable
6 SM
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KNRB 101432Z VRB04KT 6SM -RA BR BKN015 OVC060 25/23 A3013 RMK AO2 T2 SET T02440228 PNO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 15 ft
BKN 1,500 ft AGL
OVC 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,515 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,015 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,000 feet and 6 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 SM. The ceiling is 1500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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. 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: Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 20:00Z.

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
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (15 ft)
Pressure Alt
-188 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,016 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KNRB 1007/1107 14008KT 9999 VCTS SCT025CB BKN200 QNH3003INS TEMPO 1009/1015 VRB15G25KT 3200 TSRA BKN015CB OVC030 FM101500 12012KT 8000 -SHRA VCTS BKN025CB OVC050 QNH3001INS TEMPO 1015/1020 VRB18G28KT 3200 TSRA BKN015CB OVC030 FM102000 13010KT 9999 SCT025 SCT250 QNH2999INS BECMG 1101/1103 16009KT 9999 FEW050 SCT250 QNH2997INS AUTOMATED SENSOR METWATCH 1007 TIL 1010 TX30/1019Z TN23/1011Z FN00298
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:42Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
15:00Z FM101500
+1h
MVFR 120° 12 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
15:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR VRB 18 kt
Visibility: 3.2 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
20:00Z FM102000
+6h
VFR 130° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NRB
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 8,001 ft 200 ft ASP 43° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KNRB

10,221 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.1%
MVFR
12.4%
IFR
4.1%
LIFR
3.5%

Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 8.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 6.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
13%
NE
19.5%
E
10%
SE
7.7%
S
8%
SW
10.2%
W
14.2%
NW
10.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.6°C
Range: -4°C to 32°C
-4°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.5%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

November June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 10,221 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KNRB
IATA Code: NRB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 15 ft MSL

Location

City: Jacksonville
Country: US
Latitude: 30.391100°
Longitude: -81.424698°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,001 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field

Overview

Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field serves as a critical naval aviation facility located in Jacksonville, Florida. Situated at an elevation of 15 feet MSL, this medium airport supports military aviation operations with a single 8,001-foot asphalt runway oriented 05/23.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 79.9% of observations showing clear weather and only 4.3% IFR conditions. Winds are typically from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 8.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 29 knots. September, October, and November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions, with moderate temperatures ranging from 1°C to 32°C.

Notable Features

The coastal location near Jacksonville influences the airport's meteorological characteristics, with occasional reduced visibility and fog affecting 2.9% of observations. The runway has excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind component of only 4.5 knots, facilitating comfortable landings and takeoffs.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions on runway 05/23, with good wind alignment and minimal crosswind challenges. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with only 1.7% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Standard preparations for coastal maritime weather patterns are recommended.

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.