Monticello Municipal Ellis Field

KLLQ

Monticello, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:39Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
03:39Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
0 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KLLQ 050339Z AUTO 00000KT SCT004 22/22 A2999 RMK AO2 T02220217 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 270 ft
SCT 400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
670 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Monticello Municipal Ellis Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 400 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 400 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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 21 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: Mist, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 03:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (270 ft)
Pressure Alt
188 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,093 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KLLQ 050321Z 0503/0524 VRB06KT P6SM BKN020 BKN100 TEMPO 0503/0506 BKN005 FM050600 VRB06KT P6SM BKN200 FM051200 VRB05KT 6SM BR VCTS SCT050CB OVC220 TEMPO 0512/0516 VRB10G30KT 3SM -TSRA FM051700 26005KT P6SM BKN180 FM052100 28006KT P6SM VCTS SCT050CB OVC100 AMD NOT SKED
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
06:00Z FM050600
+3h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
12:00Z FM051200
+9h
MVFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 22,000 ft
Mist
12:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR VRB 10 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LLQ
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 5,018 ft 75 ft ASP 31°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
31° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLLQ

8,621 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.8%
MVFR
16.1%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
3.2%

Monticello Municipal Ellis Field typically experiences VFR conditions 72.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 23.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.8%
N
3.9%
S
23.2%
W
7.4%
NE
9.7%
NW
5.8%
SE
5.6%
SW
13.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.2°C
Range: -9°C to 37°C
-9°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.4%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

July September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 8,621 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Monticello Municipal Ellis Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLLQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 270 ft MSL

Location

City: Monticello
Country: US
Latitude: 33.638599°
Longitude: -91.750999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,018 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Monticello Municipal Ellis Field

Overview

Monticello Municipal Ellis Field serves the aviation needs of Monticello, Arkansas, providing a critical medium-sized airport for regional operations. Located at 33.638599, -91.750999 with an elevation of 270 feet MSL, the airport offers a single runway (03/21) measuring 5,018 feet of asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions, with 69.9% of recorded METARs showing visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, with prevailing winds from the south at an average of 5.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 20 knots. Seasonal temperatures range widely from -7°C to 37°C, with an average of 15.2°C, suggesting pilots should be prepared for significant temperature variations.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 03/21 shows 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 3 knots. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 9.3 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility (below 3SM happening only 1.3% of the time). Pilots can expect the most consistently favorable conditions during September, October, and November.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing southerly winds, runway 21 may offer the most comfortable approach for most wind conditions. The airport experiences calm wind conditions 28.1% of the time, providing flexible approach options. Pilots should be prepared for potential marginal conditions, as 15.9% of observations show MVFR conditions and 10.1% indicate full IFR conditions.

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.