Monterey Peninsula Airport

KMRY / MRY

Monterey, US

Last Updated
May 15, 05:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
6 kt
200°
10 SM
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMRY 150554Z AUTO 20006KT 10SM OVC010 12/09 A3007 RMK AO2 SLP194 T01220094 10161 20122 53004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 257 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,257 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Monterey Peninsula Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 6 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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: 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.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (257 ft)
Pressure Alt
115 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -183 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMRY 150520Z 1506/1606 22006KT P6SM BKN011 FM150800 VRB04KT 5SM BR BKN004 OVC007 FM151800 29013KT P6SM SKC FM160300 26009KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:56Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 220° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,100 ft
08:00Z FM150800
+2h
LIFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
18:00Z FM151800
+12h
VFR 290° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MRY
10L ✈️
28R
10R ✈️
28L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 10L
3,513 ft 60 ft ASP 112°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
100° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 10R
7,616 ft 150 ft ASP 112°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMRY

7,093 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.7%
MVFR
15.8%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
7.5%

Monterey Peninsula Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 21.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 3°C and 31°C with an average of 13.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 21.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.7%
NE
2.4%
E
22.4%
SE
6%
S
9.6%
SW
11.8%
W
16.9%
NW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.7°C
Range: 3°C to 31°C
3°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.3%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,093 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Monterey Peninsula Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMRY
IATA Code: MRY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 257 ft MSL

Location

City: Monterey
Country: US
Latitude: 36.587002°
Longitude: -121.843002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 3,513 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 7,616 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Monterey Peninsula Airport

Overview

Monterey Peninsula Airport serves the central California coastal region, located at 36.587002, -121.843002 with an elevation of 257 feet MSL. The airport features two asphalt runways: a shorter 3,513-foot runway (10L/28R) and a longer 7,616-foot runway (10R/28L), accommodating various general aviation and regional commercial aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KMRY are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 67.3% of observations in VFR conditions. East winds prevail at an average of 5.3 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 24 knots. Temperature ranges from 3°C to 29°C, with an average of 13.8°C, and visibility typically excellent at 9.2 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location influences its microclimate, with frequent wind patterns and potential marine layer developments. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with minimal average crosswind components of 2.5 knots. Pilots should anticipate potential fog conditions, which occur in approximately 3.5% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Winter months (November, December, January) offer the most consistent VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. With calm winds present in 25.5% of observations, pilots should be prepared for variable wind conditions. The longer runway (10R/28L) provides more flexibility for larger aircraft and potentially challenging approach scenarios.

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
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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.