Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field

KBGM / BGM

Binghamton, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
10:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
7 kt
270°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBGM 041053Z AUTO 27007KT 10SM CLR 22/20 A2998 RMK AO2 SLP141 T02220200

Weather Briefing

VFR

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 7 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain, Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 09:00Z and 10:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

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
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
960 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,636 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,584 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,817 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBGM 040844Z 0409/0506 28005KT P6SM FEW250 TEMPO 0409/0410 6SM -SHRA BR BKN080 FM041600 32010KT P6SM -SHRA BKN040 PROB30 0418/0422 6SM -TSRA BR BKN050CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
16:00Z FM041600
+5h
VFR 320° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
18:00Z PROB30
+7h
MVFR
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BGM
10
28 ✈️
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
5,002 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
16/34 7,100 ft 150 ft ASP 148°
3.7 kt 5.9 kt
122° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBGM

10,027 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.3%
MVFR
26.9%
IFR
10.6%
LIFR
7.3%

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 4.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
4%
N
10.1%
S
15.7%
W
18.8%
NE
3.6%
NW
22.4%
SE
7.6%
SW
12.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 4°C
Range: -21°C to 33°C
-21°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.5%
Fog Frequency: 3.8%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 10,027 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBGM
IATA Code: BGM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,636 ft MSL

Location

City: Binghamton
Country: US
Latitude: 42.208698°
Longitude: -75.979797°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 5,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 7,100 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field

Overview

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field serves the Southern Tier region of New York State as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 1,636 feet MSL. Positioned near Binghamton, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and supports various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KBGM demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing in 53.1% of observations. Pilots can expect challenging conditions during winter and early spring, with temperature ranges from -18°C to 26°C and potential reduced visibility, as evidenced by 6.1% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 10/28 at 5,002 feet and Runway 16/34 at 7,100 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 8.3 knots with occasional gusts up to 29 knots characterize the local wind environment, which pilots should consider during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 4.7 knots for 10/28 and 5.2 knots for 16/34. September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions, presenting optimal periods for general aviation operations at Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field.

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

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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.