Akron Canton Regional Airport

KCAK / CAK

Akron, US

Last Updated
May 14, 18:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
18:51Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
15 kt
340° G29 kt
10 SM
Visibility
5,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCAK 141851Z 34015G29KT 10SM BKN055 13/02 A2995 RMK AO2 PK WND 32032/1815 SLP146 T01330017 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,228 ft
BKN 5,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,728 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Akron Canton Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,500 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 15 knots with gusts to 29 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component (gusting to 10 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 5500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
973 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,228 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,206 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,261 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KCAK 141724Z 1418/1518 35015G25KT P6SM BKN050 FM142300 34010KT P6SM SCT080 FM150400 VRB03KT P6SM FEW250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
23:00Z FM142300
+4h
VFR 340° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
04:00Z FM150400
+9h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CAK
01 ✈️
19
05
23
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
7,601 ft 150 ft ASP
13.0 kt 7.5 kt
30° angle
05/23 7,597 ft 150 ft ASP 47°
5.9 kt 13.8 kt
67° angle
14/32 5,599 ft 150 ft ASP 137°
13.8 kt 5.9 kt
157° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCAK

6,888 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.2%
MVFR
22.1%
IFR
12.4%
LIFR
4.3%

Akron Canton Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 8.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 5.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.6%
NE
6.2%
E
4.9%
SE
5.4%
S
15%
SW
20.5%
W
22.8%
NW
10.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.7°C
Range: -22°C to 29°C
-22°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8 SM
Below 3 SM: 8.5%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,888 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Akron Canton Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCAK
IATA Code: CAK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,228 ft MSL

Location

City: Akron
Country: US
Latitude: 40.916100°
Longitude: -81.442200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 7,601 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05/23
Length: 7,597 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,599 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Akron Canton Regional Airport

Overview

Akron Canton Regional Airport serves the greater Akron, Ohio metropolitan area as a strategic medium-sized airport. Located at 1,228 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for northeast Ohio, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations. Its three asphalt runways offer substantial runway length, with the longest two exceeding 7,600 feet.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KCAK demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 61.4% of observations. Pilots can expect westerly winds averaging 9 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature ranges from -19°C to 29°C suggest potential challenging winter and summer operations, with September through November presenting the most consistently favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways (01/19, 05/23, and 14/32) provide excellent wind coverage and operational flexibility. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with moderate average crosswind components ranging from 5.1 to 6.5 knots. The elevation of 1,228 feet MSL and geographic coordinates (40.916100, -81.442200) position the airport in a terrain that requires standard mountain/plateau flying considerations.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection should prioritize wind direction, with all three runways offering excellent alignment. The extended runway lengths (both primary runways near 7,600 feet) provide ample landing and takeoff distances for most aircraft types. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility conditions, as 8.9% of observations report visibility below 3 statute miles, with occasional fog presence at 2.1% of recorded periods.

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.