Muskegon County Airport

KMKG / MKG

Muskegon, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:03Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
10:03Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
11 kt
190°
10 SM
Visibility
18,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KMKG 041003Z 19011KT 10SM FEW006 SCT022 BKN180 21/20 A2998 RMK AO2 T02110200 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 629 ft
FEW 600 ft AGL
SCT 2,200 ft AGL
BKN 18,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,229 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,829 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
18,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,629 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Muskegon County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 18,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 11 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 18000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 20:00Z and 02:00Z.

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
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (629 ft)
Pressure Alt
577 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,448 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KMKG 040548Z 0406/0506 19006KT P6SM VCSH BKN080 FM041000 23005KT P6SM OVC015 FM041500 27006KT P6SM BKN030 FM041700 26007KT P6SM BKN040 PROB30 0420/0502 4SM -TSRA BR OVC035CB FM050300 13005KT P6SM BKN090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
15:00Z FM041500
+5h
VFR 270° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
17:00Z FM041700
+7h
VFR 260° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
20:00Z PROB30
+10h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MKG
06
24 ✈️
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
6,501 ft 150 ft ASP 56°
7.1 kt 8.4 kt
50° angle
14/32 5,001 ft 150 ft ASP 137°
6.6 kt 8.8 kt
53° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMKG

9,221 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.5%
MVFR
26%
IFR
9.3%
LIFR
4.3%

Muskegon County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 9.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
12%
N
9.1%
S
12.3%
W
16.8%
NE
4.1%
NW
14.7%
SE
10%
SW
12%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.3°C
Range: -21°C to 32°C
-21°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.5%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

July May October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 9,221 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Muskegon County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMKG
IATA Code: MKG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 629 ft MSL

Location

City: Muskegon
Country: US
Latitude: 43.169498°
Longitude: -86.238197°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,501 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Muskegon County Airport

Overview

Muskegon County Airport serves as a regional aviation facility located in western Michigan, strategically positioned near Lake Michigan. The airport provides medium-sized airport capabilities with two paved runways, supporting diverse aviation operations in the Muskegon County area at an elevation of 629 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Muskegon County Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 54.3% of observations. Pilots should anticipate Marginal VFR conditions in 31.5% of cases, with potential IFR or Low IFR conditions during approximately 14.2% of the time. The prevailing westerly winds at an average of 9.8 knots and temperature range from -20°C to 30°C require careful preflight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 06/24 at 6,501 feet and Runway 14/32 at 5,001 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 6.5 and 5.6 knots respectively. The surrounding terrain and Lake Michigan proximity likely contribute to the airport's dynamic weather patterns.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 8.5 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions below 3 miles in 9.9% of observations and light fog in 2.3% of reports. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should carefully review current meteorological data and be prepared for potential rapid weather changes characteristic of the Great Lakes region.

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.