Daniel Field

KDNL / DNL

Augusta, US

Last Updated
May 14, 18:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
18:53Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
8 kt
340°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KDNL 141853Z AUTO 34008KT 10SM CLR 27/05 A2987 RMK AO2 SLP109 T02670050

Weather Briefing

VFR

Daniel Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 8 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (423 ft)
Pressure Alt
461 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,003 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KDNL 141725Z 1418/1518 33010G15KT P6SM SKC FM142300 35006KT P6SM SKC FM150600 VRB03KT P6SM SKC FM151200 VRB05KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z FM142300
+4h
VFR 350° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
06:00Z FM150600
+11h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DNL
05
23
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 4,002 ft 100 ft ASP 45°
3.4 kt 7.3 kt
65° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
3,738 ft 100 ft ASP 104°
5.1 kt 6.1 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 - KDNL

6,567 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.2%
MVFR
10%
IFR
7%
LIFR
4.8%

Daniel Field typically experiences VFR conditions 78.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 17.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.8%
NE
10.8%
E
9.1%
SE
9.7%
S
10.9%
SW
11.4%
W
3.4%
NW
12.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 15°C
Range: -9°C to 33°C
-9°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

April November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,567 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Daniel Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDNL
IATA Code: DNL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 423 ft MSL

Location

City: Augusta
Country: US
Latitude: 33.466499°
Longitude: -82.039398°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,002 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 3,738 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Daniel Field

Overview

Daniel Field serves Augusta, Georgia as a medium-sized airport located at 33.466499, -82.039398 with an elevation of 423 ft MSL. The airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the central Georgia region, supporting various general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Daniel Field are predominantly VFR, with 78.8% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 33°C, with an average of 14.6°C, and wind typically from the north at an average of 6.2 knots. October, November, and September offer the most consistently favorable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 05/23 at 4,002 feet and Runway 11/29 at 3,738 feet. Both runways demonstrate near-ideal wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and minimal average crosswind conditions of 3.9-4.3 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 19.8% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 9.9 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (below 3SM in only 0.9% of observations). Pilots can expect generally clear approach conditions, with extremely rare fog events (0.1% of observations). The balanced runway configurations provide flexibility for approaches from multiple directions.

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.