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Weather Briefing
VFREly Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 12,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 9 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 12000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
|
5,600 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 119° |
↑ 8.5 kt
•
↔ 3.1 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KELO
15,729 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Ely Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 24.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -39°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, September.
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Statistics computed from 15,729 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Ely Municipal Airport
Overview
Ely Municipal Airport serves the northeastern Minnesota region, located near the city of Ely at an elevation of 1,456 feet MSL. Situated in a northern forest landscape, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for this remote area, supporting regional aviation needs with its single 5,600-foot asphalt runway.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at KELO demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 61.7% of observations. Winter conditions are challenging, with temperatures ranging from -37°C to 29°C and an average temperature of -1.4°C. Pilots should anticipate westerly winds averaging 7 knots, with calm conditions present 27.1% of the time.
Notable Features
The airport's single runway (12/30) experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of just 3.6 knots. The geographic location suggests potential terrain considerations typical of northeastern Minnesota's forest and lake regions, requiring careful navigation and situational awareness.
Approach Considerations
Seasonal VFR conditions are most favorable during autumn months (September, October, November), offering optimal flying conditions. With visibility averaging 9.2 statute miles and only 2% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles, pilots can generally expect good visual conditions. Wind patterns favor runway alignment, minimizing crosswind challenges during most operations.
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