Atlantic City International Airport

KACY / ACY

Atlantic City, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 19:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
19:54Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
41°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
10 kt
320° G19 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KACY 041954Z 32010G19KT 280V360 10SM FEW090 41/16 A2987 RMK AO2 SLP115 T04060161 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 75 ft
FEW 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,075 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Atlantic City International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 10 knots with gusts to 19 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 3 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 9,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 41°C (106°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating very 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: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 04:00Z.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (75 ft)
Pressure Alt
113 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,251 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +26.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KACY 041720Z 0418/0518 28010G18KT P6SM BKN200 FM042300 21010KT P6SM VCTS SCT060CB BKN200 TEMPO 0500/0504 3SM TSRA BKN025CB FM050500 VRB03KT P6SM SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:09Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
23:00Z FM042300
+3h
MVFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
00:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
05:00Z FM050500
+9h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ACY
04
22
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 6,144 ft 150 ft PEM 27°
3.9 kt 9.2 kt
67° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 118°
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KACY

8,089 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.4%
MVFR
10%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
5.6%

Atlantic City International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, November, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 13.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.6%
N
9.4%
S
15.9%
W
17.1%
NE
7.7%
NW
14.8%
SE
3.5%
SW
9.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: -16°C to 36°C
-16°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.6%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

July November June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,089 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Atlantic City International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KACY
IATA Code: ACY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 75 ft MSL

Location

City: Atlantic City
Country: US
Latitude: 39.457600°
Longitude: -74.577202°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,144 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Atlantic City International Airport

Overview

Atlantic City International Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in southern New Jersey, situated near the Atlantic coast. The airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Atlantic City region, supporting various aviation operations with two substantial runways. Its strategic coastal location makes it an important transportation hub for the northeastern United States.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KACY demonstrate excellent VFR flying opportunities, with clear skies predominating 78.2% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing westerly wind at an average of 8.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature variations range from -13°C to 30°C, presenting potential seasonal considerations for aircraft performance and operations.

Notable Features

The airport features two primary runways: Runway 04/22 at 6,144 feet and Runway 13/31 at 10,000 feet, both offering substantial length for various aircraft types. The airport sits at a low elevation of 75 feet mean sea level, typical of coastal New Jersey terrain. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, providing consistent operational flexibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions with consistent wind patterns and high visibility averages of 9.3 statute miles. The winter months of November, December, and January offer the most favorable VFR conditions for operations. Crosswind components remain relatively mild, averaging 5.8 knots on Runway 04/22 and 5.5 knots on Runway 13/31, supporting comfortable landing and takeoff 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
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.