Southwest Georgia Regional Airport

KABY / ABY

Albany, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 22:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
22:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
4 kt
290°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KABY 042253Z 29004KT 10SM CLR 35/21 A2994 RMK AO2 SLP137 T03500206

Weather Briefing

VFR

Southwest Georgia Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 35°C (95°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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 Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 19:00Z and 00:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (197 ft)
Pressure Alt
175 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,622 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KABY 041720Z 0418/0518 VRB05KT P6SM SKC PROB30 0419/0424 -TSRA BKN030CB FM050000 21002KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z FM050000
+1h
VFR 210° 2 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ABY
04
22
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 6,601 ft 150 ft ASP 42°
1.5 kt 3.7 kt
112° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
5,200 ft 150 ft ASP 162°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KABY

8,536 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.5%
MVFR
14.1%
IFR
6.9%
LIFR
4.5%

Southwest Georgia Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 28.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 28.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.7%
N
8.3%
S
9.4%
W
9.3%
NE
10.4%
NW
9.2%
SE
4%
SW
12.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.8°C
Range: -7°C to 36°C
-7°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.1%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

July April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,536 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Southwest Georgia Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KABY
IATA Code: ABY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 197 ft MSL

Location

City: Albany
Country: US
Latitude: 31.532946°
Longitude: -84.196215°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,601 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 5,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Southwest Georgia Regional Airport

Overview

Southwest Georgia Regional Airport serves Albany, Georgia, as a medium-sized airport located in the southwestern part of the state. Situated at 197 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, featuring two paved runways that support various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at this airport, with 74.1% of observations indicating visual flight rules. The wind is typically from the northeast at an average of 6.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 33.2% of the time. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 36°C, suggesting significant seasonal variation that pilots should prepare for when planning flights.

Notable Features

The airport offers two runways: Runway 04/22 at 6,601 feet and Runway 16/34 at 5,200 feet, both paved with asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind conditions of 3.5 and 4.4 knots respectively. Visibility averages 9 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility during 4.2% of observations related to fog events.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the best VFR months for operations at Southwest Georgia Regional Airport. When approaching, pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions during 13.1% of observations (combined MVFR and IFR), with visibility potentially reducing to below 3 miles during 2.3% of recorded periods. Both runways offer consistent wind conditions that support predictable approach and landing strategies.

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.