Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field

KNRB / NRB

Jacksonville, US

Last Updated
May 14, 18:52Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
18:52Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
7 kt
310°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KNRB 141852Z 31007KT 10SM FEW040 31/14 A2985 RMK AO2 SLP106 T03060144 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 15 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,015 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 7 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (15 ft)
Pressure Alt
83 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,007 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KNRB 141500Z 1415/1515 27010KT 9999 FEW030 QNH2983INS FM141900 31010G15KT 9999 FEW030 QNH2980INS FM150200 27007KT 9999 SKC QNH2985INS TX29/1419Z TN18/1511Z FN20022
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z FM150200
+7h
VFR 270° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NRB
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
8,001 ft 200 ft ASP 43°
1.2 kt 6.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KNRB

9,277 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.1%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
3.8%

Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field typically experiences VFR conditions 79.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 8.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 6.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.1%
NE
20.4%
E
8.8%
SE
6.1%
S
6.9%
SW
10.6%
W
14.7%
NW
11.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.8°C
Range: -4°C to 32°C
-4°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

November September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 9,277 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KNRB
IATA Code: NRB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 15 ft MSL

Location

City: Jacksonville
Country: US
Latitude: 30.391100°
Longitude: -81.424698°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,001 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field

Overview

Naval Station Mayport / Admiral David L McDonald Field serves as a critical naval aviation facility located in Jacksonville, Florida. Situated at an elevation of 15 feet MSL, this medium airport supports military aviation operations with a single 8,001-foot asphalt runway oriented 05/23.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 79.9% of observations showing clear weather and only 4.3% IFR conditions. Winds are typically from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 8.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 29 knots. September, October, and November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions, with moderate temperatures ranging from 1°C to 32°C.

Notable Features

The coastal location near Jacksonville influences the airport's meteorological characteristics, with occasional reduced visibility and fog affecting 2.9% of observations. The runway has excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind component of only 4.5 knots, facilitating comfortable landings and takeoffs.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions on runway 05/23, with good wind alignment and minimal crosswind challenges. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with only 1.7% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Standard preparations for coastal maritime weather patterns are recommended.

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
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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.