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MVFRKnox County Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,100 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 6 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1100 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Showers Rain, Mist.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
|
3,900 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 13° |
↑ 5.9 kt
•
↔ 1.0 kt
10° angle
|
| 13/31 | 5,007 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 111° |
↓ 2.0 kt
•
↔ 5.7 kt
109° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KRKD
6,159 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Knox County Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, February, September.
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Statistics computed from 6,159 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Knox County Regional Airport - Airport Information
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About Knox County Regional Airport
Overview
Knox County Regional Airport serves the Rockland, Maine area as a medium-sized airport situated at 56 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 44.060101, -69.099197, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the midcoast region of Maine. Its two paved runways offer substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at KRKD demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating 66.4% of observations. Pilots can expect prevailing westerly winds averaging 8.4 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 29 knots. Temperature ranges from -19°C to 25°C, creating potential for significant seasonal weather transitions that require careful preflight planning.
Notable Features
The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 03/21 at 3,900 feet and Runway 13/31 at 5,007 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 5.3 and 5.7 knots respectively. Visibility typically remains excellent, with an average of 9.2 statute miles and only 2.8% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.
Approach Considerations
September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months at Knox County Regional Airport. Both runways offer predictable wind conditions, with minimal crosswind challenges. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during 2.2% of observations where fog is present, particularly during seasonal transition periods.
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