Augusta State Airport (KAUG) Aviation Weather, METAR, TAF & ATIS Alerts
Live aviation weather for Augusta State Airport in Augusta, ME, including METAR, TAF, flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling, altimeter, runway crosswinds, and Telegram airport alerts.
Augusta State Airport (KAUG) is a regional airport serving Augusta, ME at 352 ft. KAUG reports its own METAR and publishes a TAF — decoded live on this page as flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling and altimeter. Its 4 runways (08, 17, 26, 35) — longest 5,002 ft — are checked against the current wind in the crosswind table below. The official FAA airport diagram is at the bottom of the page. Track KAUG in the ATIS Alerts Telegram bot to get a message when a new METAR changes the picture — flight category, wind, or ceiling past your selected minimums.
Wind from the south-southeast (150°) at 6 kt, visibility 3 statute miles, overcast at 300 ft, temperature 19°C (66°F), altimeter 29.78 inHg. Conditions are Low IFR (LIFR), ceiling 300 ft.
METAR KAUG 290253Z AUTO 15006KT 3SM BR OVC003 19/19 A2978 RMK AO2 SLP082 T01890189 55003
What changed at KAUG?
Since the 0237Z (10:37 PM EDT) report — compared automatically against the latest METAR.
No significant changes since the 0237Z report — conditions are holding steady.
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Current pilot readout for KAUG
KAUG is currently LIFR with winds from 150° at 6 knots, visibility 3 statute miles, and a 300 ft ceiling. The strongest crosswind component is currently on runway 08, about 6 knots. Density altitude is approximately 1,100 ft (field elevation 352 ft). Review the latest TAF below for forecast changes before departure.
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Estimated head/tailwind and crosswind for each runway end from the current reported wind.
Use this section to quickly compare current wind alignment across available runways at KAUG. This is intended as a planning aid only and should not replace official performance calculations or pilot judgment.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17FAV | 5,002 ft | ASP | 6 kt head | 0 kt |
| 08 | 2,613 ft | ASP | 0 kt head | 6 kt right |
| 26 | 2,613 ft | ASP | 0 kt head | 6 kt left |
| 35 | 5,002 ft | ASP | 6 kt tail | 0 kt |
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24-hour trend
Wind, ceiling and flight category over the last 24 hours.
Over the last 23 h: wind 3→6 kt, ceiling unlimited → 300 ft.
KAUG weather radar
Live NEXRAD + lightning, with a 4-hour future-radar forecast — drag to pan, tap ⚡ to toggle lightning.
Live weather radar around Augusta State Airport in Augusta, ME: the NOAA/NWS NEXRAD composite updates about every five minutes, with NOAA lightning strike density overlaid. The loop plays the past 50 minutes, then continues into a future-radar forecast (+1 to +4 hours, NOAA HRRR model) so you can see where precipitation around KAUG is headed.
Radar: NOAA/NWS via IEM · Forecast: NOAA HRRR · Lightning: NOAA · Map © OpenStreetMap © CARTO
Forecast frames (amber label) are HRRR model guidance, not observed radar. Lightning strike density appears as a blue-white glow when strikes are detected in view. Radar and lightning coverage are limited in parts of Alaska, Hawaii, and offshore areas. Not for navigation.
Pilot reports (PIREPs) within 100 NM of KAUG
Reported by pilots in flight over the past 6 hours — via aviationweather.gov.
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PWM UA /OV PWM/TM 0050/FLDURD/TP B38M/SK OVC 002/RM BASES 150-200, SAW APCH LGTS JUST BEFORE MINS, SAW RUNWAY AT 100 ILS 11
PWM UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV PWMLocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0050Reported at 00:50 UTC.FLDURDReported during descent.TP B38MAircraft type reporting.SK OVC 002Sky condition — cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.RM BASES 150-200, SAW APCH L…Remarks.Show raw report
PWM UA /OV PWM/TM 2340/FL004/TP C208/SK BASES 004 DURD ILS 11
PWM UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV PWMLocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2340Reported at 23:40 UTC.FL004Altitude: 400 ft MSL.TP C208Aircraft type reporting.SK BASES 004 DURD ILS 11Sky condition — cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
BHB UA /OV BHB/TM 2337/FL006/TP C68A/SK BKN006
BHB UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV BHBLocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2337Reported at 23:37 UTC.FL006Altitude: 600 ft MSL.TP C68AAircraft type reporting.SK BKN006Sky condition — cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
PWM UA /OV PWM/TM 2319/FL004/TP CL35/SK OVC004/WX 1/2SM/RM DURD RY11 PWM
PWM UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV PWMLocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2319Reported at 23:19 UTC.FL004Altitude: 400 ft MSL.TP CL35Aircraft type reporting.SK OVC004Sky condition — cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.WX 1/2SMWeather and flight visibility observed.RM DURD RY11 PWMRemarks.Show raw report
PWM UA /OV PWM/TM 2235/FL005/TP C56X/SK BASES 005 DURD ILS 11
PWM UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV PWMLocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2235Reported at 22:35 UTC.FL005Altitude: 500 ft MSL.TP C56XAircraft type reporting.SK BASES 005 DURD ILS 11Sky condition — cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.⚠️ PIREPs are unverified pilot reports. Not for operational use — conditions change between reports.
Recent aviation weather trends at KAUG
From ATIS Alerts' hourly weather history.
Over the past 24 hours, KAUG reported mostly VFR across 26 observations, with 3 flight-category changes. The strongest gust reached 20 kt, the lowest ceiling was 300 ft. Wind most often came from the S.
Most recent change: IFR → LIFR
Most recent change: IFR → LIFR
- 35
- 40%
- 26
- 34%
- 17
- 23%
- 08
- 3%
TAF — Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
Issued 0230Z (10:30 PM EDT)
TAF KAUG 290230Z 2903/2924 13008KT P6SM OVC005 FM290800 13004KT 1/2SM FG OVC003 FM291200 13005KT 1/2SM FG OVC003 FM291400 11006KT 5SM BR OVC025
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Airport facts
Reference data from the OurAirports dataset.
- Type
- Regional airport
- ICAO
- KAUG
- IATA
- AUG
- FAA LID
- AUG
- City
- Augusta
- State
- Maine
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 352 ft
- Coordinates
- 44.3206, -69.7973
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 5,002 ft
- Weather reporting
- Reports METAR
- TAF
- Published
- AWOS/ASOS
- 118.325 MHz
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Next sunset
- 20h 21m
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Nearby airports
Compare nearby METAR/TAF stations within 25, 50 and 100 NM before departure or arrival.
Within 25 NM
9 airports+3 more within 25 NM
25–50 NM
7 airports+1 more within 50 NM
50–100 NM
8 airports+2 more within 100 NM
RC flying fields nearby
AMA model-aircraft club fields around this airport — live wind, crosswind & flyability on each page.
- Kennebec Valley Model Aviators - Church Rd — Sidney, ME · 9 mi
- Mid Coast RC Club - Heald Hwy — Union, ME · 25 mi
Historical Flying Weather
2006–2025 · ATIS Alerts Flying Weather Index
Based on historical observations from 2006–2025, KAUG reported VFR conditions during about 76.5% of valid daylight observations, with an estimated 257 VFR flying days a year. August had the most VFR weather; December had the most instrument conditions. Surface winds averaged 5.7 kt, calm 14.9% of the time.
Full historical breakdown
Flight category by month
| Month | VFR % | MVFR % | IFR % | LIFR % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 76.5 | 9.1 | 7.3 | 7.0 |
| Feb | 78.5 | 6.4 | 7.2 | 8.0 |
| Mar | 77.5 | 7.1 | 6.9 | 8.5 |
| Apr | 76.7 | 8.1 | 7.1 | 8.0 |
| May | 74.1 | 8.3 | 7.2 | 10.4 |
| Jun | 73.1 | 8.5 | 7.6 | 10.8 |
| Jul | 76.7 | 7.4 | 5.7 | 10.1 |
| Aug | 79.1 | 6.8 | 5.6 | 8.4 |
| Sep | 77.8 | 6.8 | 5.5 | 9.9 |
| Oct | 74.1 | 8.6 | 7.4 | 9.9 |
| Nov | 77.7 | 7.3 | 5.9 | 9.1 |
| Dec | 70.5 | 9.5 | 9.0 | 10.9 |
Average wind by month
| Month | Mean wind (kt) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 6.2 kt |
| Feb | 6.6 kt |
| Mar | 7.2 kt |
| Apr | 6.8 kt |
| May | 5.8 kt |
| Jun | 5.2 kt |
| Jul | 4.5 kt |
| Aug | 4.4 kt |
| Sep | 4.6 kt |
| Oct | 5.3 kt |
| Nov | 5.9 kt |
| Dec | 6.0 kt |
Historical summary of past observations — not a forecast or safety rating. Always check the current METAR, TAF, and a weather briefing before flight.
KAUG airport diagram
Official FAA taxiway and runway layout. Tap to zoom.
The FAA airport diagram for Augusta State Airport in Augusta, ME shows the runway and taxiway layout across 4 runways, ramp areas, and hold-short positions — review it before taxiing at an unfamiliar field.
Official FAA airport diagram · d-TPP cycle 2608 · Not for navigation. Download the official FAA PDF ↗
KAUG weather — frequently asked
What runways are available at KAUG?+
KAUG has 4 runways — 08, 17, 26, 35; the longest is 5,002 ft. This page computes the live crosswind for each runway end from the current wind.
Does KAUG report its own weather?+
Yes — Augusta State Airport has its own weather station and publishes METAR observations, which this page decodes live.
Does KAUG have a TAF?+
Yes — the TAF is shown on this page below the current conditions.
Does KAUG broadcast D-ATIS?+
No — KAUG does not broadcast D-ATIS. Alerts for KAUG from the ATIS Alerts bot (@atisalerts_bot) are based on its METAR instead.
Where can I find the KAUG airport diagram?+
The official FAA airport diagram for Augusta State Airport (KAUG) is shown on this page — it maps the runway and taxiway layout, ramps, and hold-short lines. Tap it to zoom, or download the official FAA PDF free from the link under the diagram (updated every 28-day FAA charting cycle).
Pilot PIREPs for Augusta State Airport (KAUG)
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Read recent community-submitted pilot notes for Augusta State Airport, including runway conditions, wildlife activity, FBO/fuel notes, turbulence, ramp access, and local airport tips.
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