Mission Field

KLVM / LVM

Livingston, US

Last Updated
May 15, 03:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
03:53Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
5 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLVM 150353Z AUTO VRB05KT 10SM FEW120 13/M03 A2986 RMK AO2 SLP086 T01281028 TSNO

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,660 ft
FEW 12,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,660 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mission Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 12,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 5 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 12,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of -3°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Winds are forecast to reach up to 24 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 11 to 24 knots.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
856 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,660 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,728 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,606 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KLVM 142339Z 1500/1524 27020G30KT P6SM BKN110 FM150200 29012G20KT P6SM SCT110 FM150500 26011KT P6SM FEW100 FM151400 27024G33KT P6SM FEW110
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 20 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 11,000 ft
05:00Z FM150500
+1h
VFR 260° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
14:00Z FM151400
+10h
VFR 270° 24 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LVM
04
22
08
26
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 5,701 ft 75 ft ASP 54° No wind data
08/26 3,700 ft 125 ft GRS 95° No wind data
13/31 2,715 ft 120 ft GRS 148° 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 - KLVM

6,323 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.7%
MVFR
8%
IFR
5.1%
LIFR
3.2%

Mission Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 14.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 49 knots. Temperature extremes range from -20°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 14.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 49 kt
Calm Winds: 4.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.3%
NE
0.8%
E
12%
SE
1.7%
S
1.6%
SW
26%
W
35.7%
NW
15.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.3°C
Range: -20°C to 32°C
-20°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

September May January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.7 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 11 kt

Statistics computed from 6,323 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mission Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLVM
IATA Code: LVM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,660 ft MSL

Location

City: Livingston
Country: US
Latitude: 45.699402°
Longitude: -110.447998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,701 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 3,700 ft
Width: 125 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 2,715 ft
Width: 120 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Mission Field

Overview

Mission Field, located in Livingston, Montana, serves as a medium-sized airport serving the local region at an elevation of 4,660 feet MSL. Situated with coordinates 45.699402, -110.447998, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the southwestern Montana area, supporting various general aviation and potentially regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 85% of observations indicating good visual flight rules. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -20°C to 29°C, with an average of 5.6°C. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270° with an average speed of 14.8 knots, occasionally reaching maximum gusts of 45 knots.

Notable Features

Mission Field offers three runways with different surface compositions: Runway 04/22 is an asphalted 5,701-foot runway, while Runways 08/26 and 13/31 are grass surfaces measuring 3,700 and 2,715 feet respectively. The airport's elevation and varied runway options provide flexibility for different aircraft types and weather conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note that all runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind coverage, with average crosswind components ranging from 6.2 to 11 knots. Visibility averages 9.7 statute miles, with only 1.1% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. September, January, and November historically offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations.

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.