L M Clayton Airport

KOLF / OLF

Wolf Point, US

Last Updated
Jun 25, 18:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
18:53Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
6 kt
110° G21 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOLF 251853Z AUTO 11006G21KT 10SM FEW060 23/08 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP151 T02330083

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,986 ft
FEW 6,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,986 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

L M Clayton Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 6 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 05:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
950 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,986 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,904 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,341 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KOLF 251720Z 2518/2618 12011KT P6SM SCT210 PROB30 2605/2609 6SM -SHRA OVC035 FM261000 10007KT P6SM BKN070 FM261100 10008KT P6SM BKN060 FM261500 11012G21KT P6SM BKN022
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
05:00Z PROB30
+10h
VFR
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OLF
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
5,089 ft 100 ft ASP 120°
6.0 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 - KOLF

7,407 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.6%
MVFR
13%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
4.5%

L M Clayton Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 14.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.6%
N
7.2%
S
3%
W
20.6%
NE
12.4%
NW
9.2%
SE
2.7%
SW
11.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.4°C
Range: -31°C to 36°C
-31°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,407 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

L M Clayton Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOLF
IATA Code: OLF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,986 ft MSL

Location

City: Wolf Point
Country: US
Latitude: 48.094501°
Longitude: -105.574997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 5,089 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About L M Clayton Airport

Overview

L M Clayton Airport serves Wolf Point, Montana, located in the northeastern part of the state. As a medium airport situated at 1,986 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local region, supporting various general aviation and potential regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at L M Clayton Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 74.2% of observations. Pilots should anticipate potential marginal conditions, with 12.4% MVFR and 13.4% combined IFR/LIFR scenarios. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 33°C, requiring careful pre-flight planning and equipment considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 11/29 spans 5,089 feet with an asphalt surface, oriented to accommodate the prevailing easterly winds. Local wind characteristics show an average speed of 9.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 43 knots and calm conditions occurring 16.9% of the time. The geographical location suggests potential prairie wind and visibility challenges typical of the Montana plains.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of 5.1 knots. Pilots should prefer this runway during most wind conditions, particularly during September, October, and January, which represent the most consistently favorable VFR months. Visibility averages 9.1 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility scenarios affecting approach and landing.

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.