Easton Airport / Newnam Field (KESN) Aviation Weather, METAR, TAF & ATIS Alerts
Live aviation weather for Easton Airport / Newnam Field in Easton, MD, including METAR, TAF, flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling, altimeter, runway crosswinds, and Telegram airport alerts.
Easton Airport / Newnam Field (KESN) is a general aviation airport serving pilots in and around Easton, MD at 72 ft. KESN reports its own METAR, decoded live on this page as flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling and altimeter. Its 4 runways (04, 15, 22, 33), longest 5,500 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 KESN 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 east-southeast (110°) at 6 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, overcast at 2,000 ft, temperature 25°C (77°F), altimeter 30.02 inHg. Conditions are Marginal VFR (MVFR), ceiling 2,000 ft.
METAR KESN 122345Z 11006KT 10SM OVC020 25/21 A3002
What changed at KESN?
Since the 2245Z (6:45 PM EDT) report, compared automatically against the latest METAR.
- Flight category dropped from VFR to MVFR.
- A ceiling formed at 2,000 ft.
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Current pilot readout for KESN
KESN is currently MVFR with winds from 110° at 6 knots, visibility 10+ statute miles, and a 2,000 ft ceiling. The strongest crosswind component is currently on runway 04, about 6 knots. Density altitude is approximately 1,150 ft (field elevation 72 ft). KESN does not publish a TAF. The nearest TAF station is KDOV, about 34 nm away.
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Runway wind check
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 KESN. This is intended as a planning aid only and should not replace official performance calculations or pilot judgment.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15FAV | 4,003 ft | ASP | 5 kt head | 3 kt left |
| 04 | 5,500 ft | ASP | 1 kt head | 6 kt right |
| 22 | 5,500 ft | ASP | 1 kt tail | 6 kt left |
| 33 | 4,003 ft | ASP | 5 kt tail | 3 kt right |
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24-hour trend
Wind, ceiling and flight category over the last 24 hours.
Over the last 23 h: wind 0→6 kt, ceiling unlimited → 2,000 ft.
KESN weather radar
Live NEXRAD + lightning, with a 4-hour future-radar forecast. Drag to pan, tap ⚡ to toggle lightning.
Live weather radar around Easton Airport / Newnam Field in Easton, MD: 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 KESN is headed.
Radar: NOAA/NWS via IEM · Forecast: NOAA HRRR · Lightning: NOAA · Map © Stadia Maps © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap
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 KESN
Reported by pilots in flight over the past 6 hours, via aviationweather.gov.
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FDK UA /OV FDK/TM 2348/FL024/TP C72R/SK OVC020
FDK UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV FDKLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2348Reported at 23:48 UTC.FL024Altitude: 2,400 ft MSL.TP C72RAircraft type reporting.SK OVC020Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
RIC UA /OV RWY 34 FINAL/TM 2324/FL015/TP CRJ7/WV 180 20
RIC UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV RWY 34 FINALLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2324Reported at 23:24 UTC.FL015Altitude: 1,500 ft MSL.TP CRJ7Aircraft type reporting.WV 180 20Wind (direction/speed) or wind-shear remarks.Show raw report
FME UA /OV BAL280007 /TM 2307 /FL060 /TP A21N /SK OVC020
FME UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV BAL280007Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2307Reported at 23:07 UTC.FL060Altitude: 6,000 ft MSL.TP A21NAircraft type reporting.SK OVC020Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
BWI UA /OV BAL28007/TM 2307/FL060/TP A21N/SK OVC020
BWI UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV BAL28007Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2307Reported at 23:07 UTC.FL060Altitude: 6,000 ft MSL.TP A21NAircraft type reporting.SK OVC020Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
MDT UA /OV MDT/TM 2305/FL028/TP C72R/SK OVC028
MDT UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV MDTLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2305Reported at 23:05 UTC.FL028Altitude: 2,800 ft MSL.TP C72RAircraft type reporting.SK OVC028Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
BWI UA /OV BAL180001/TM 2243/FL050/TP B38M/SK BASES 025 TOPS 035
BWI UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV BAL180001Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2243Reported at 22:43 UTC.FL050Altitude: 5,000 ft MSL.TP B38MAircraft type reporting.SK BASES 025 TOPS 035Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
FDK UA /OV RICKE/TM 2236/FL020/TP P28R/SK OVC020
FDK UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV RICKELocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2236Reported at 22:36 UTC.FL020Altitude: 2,000 ft MSL.TP P28RAircraft type reporting.SK OVC020Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
FDK UA /OV FDK062004 /TM 2236 /FL020 /TP P28R /SK OVC020
FDK UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV FDK062004Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2236Reported at 22:36 UTC.FL020Altitude: 2,000 ft MSL.TP P28RAircraft type reporting.SK OVC020Sky 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 KESN
From ATIS Alerts' hourly weather history.
Over the past 24 hours, KESN reported mostly VFR across 41 observations, with 3 flight-category changes. The strongest gust reached 15 kt, the lowest ceiling was 2,000 ft. Wind most often came from the SE.
Most recent change: VFR → MVFR
Most recent change: MVFR → VFR
- 22
- 36%
- 04
- 24%
- 33
- 21%
- 15
- 19%
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Nearby TFRs
Active FAA TFRs near KESN
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Airport facts
Reference data from the OurAirports dataset.
- Type
- General aviation airport
- ICAO
- KESN
- IATA
- ESN
- FAA LID
- ESN
- City
- Easton
- State
- Maryland
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 72 ft
- Coordinates
- 38.8042, -76.0690
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 5,500 ft
- Weather reporting
- Reports METAR
- TAF
- Nearest KDOV
- AWOS/ASOS
- 124.475 MHz
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Next sunset
- 23h 17m
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Nearby airports
Compare nearby METAR/TAF stations within 25, 50 and 100 NM before departure or arrival.
Within 25 NM
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25–50 NM
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50–100 NM
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Historical Flying Weather at KESN
2006–2025 · ATIS Alerts Flying Weather Index
Based on historical observations from 2006–2025, KESN reported VFR conditions during about 81.5% of valid daylight observations, with an estimated 260 VFR flying days a year. July had the most VFR weather; May had the most instrument conditions. Surface winds averaged 5.8 kt, calm 23.4% of the time.
Full historical breakdown
Flight category by month
| Month | VFR % | MVFR % | IFR % | LIFR % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 81.8 | 7.4 | 5.9 | 4.9 |
| Feb | 80.3 | 7.4 | 7.2 | 5.0 |
| Mar | 80.9 | 8.6 | 6.7 | 3.8 |
| Apr | 82.8 | 8.7 | 5.9 | 2.6 |
| May | 77.8 | 11.2 | 7.5 | 3.5 |
| Jun | 84.2 | 9.4 | 4.6 | 1.8 |
| Jul | 87.2 | 9.3 | 2.4 | 1.1 |
| Aug | 84.1 | 10.9 | 3.5 | 1.5 |
| Sep | 79.8 | 11.7 | 5.9 | 2.6 |
| Oct | 78.4 | 11.3 | 7.3 | 3.0 |
| Nov | 84.0 | 8.2 | 5.1 | 2.7 |
| Dec | 77.8 | 8.9 | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Average wind by month
| Month | Mean wind (kt) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 6.8 kt |
| Feb | 6.8 kt |
| Mar | 7.3 kt |
| Apr | 7.0 kt |
| May | 5.8 kt |
| Jun | 5.2 kt |
| Jul | 4.4 kt |
| Aug | 4.1 kt |
| Sep | 4.8 kt |
| Oct | 5.4 kt |
| Nov | 5.9 kt |
| Dec | 5.8 kt |
Historical summary of past observations: not a forecast or safety rating. Always check the current METAR, TAF, and a weather briefing before flight.
KESN airport diagram
Official FAA taxiway and runway layout. Tap to zoom.
The FAA airport diagram for Easton Airport / Newnam Field in Easton, MD 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 2610 · Not for navigation. Download the official FAA PDF ↗
KESN weather: frequently asked
What runways are available at KESN?+
KESN has 4 runways: 04, 15, 22, 33; the longest is 5,500 ft. This page computes the live crosswind for each runway end from the current wind.
Does KESN report its own weather?+
Yes. Easton Airport / Newnam Field has its own weather station and publishes METAR observations, which this page decodes live.
Does KESN have a TAF?+
No. KESN does not publish its own TAF. The nearest TAF station is KDOV, about 34 nm away.
Does KESN broadcast D-ATIS?+
No. KESN does not broadcast D-ATIS. Alerts for KESN from the ATIS Alerts bot (@atisalerts_bot) are based on its METAR instead.
Where can I find the KESN airport diagram?+
The official FAA airport diagram for Easton Airport / Newnam Field (KESN) 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 Easton Airport / Newnam Field (KESN)
Community-submittedCommunity-submitted airport notes from pilots about runway conditions, wildlife, FBOs, fuel, turbulence, ramp access, and local tips.
Read recent community-submitted pilot notes for Easton Airport / Newnam Field, including runway conditions, wildlife activity, FBO/fuel notes, turbulence, ramp access, and local airport tips.
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