KCWA/CWA METAR & TAF Central Wisconsin Airport
Decoded observation
KCWA is currently MVFR. Winds are from the north at 9 knots. Visibility is 10 statute miles. The ceiling is 3,000 feet AGL. The main issue is ceiling 3000 ft agl (mvfr).
TAF timeline
KCWA forecast starts VFR at 00Z. Worst period is 00Z to 04Z with MVFR possible. Best period is 04Z to 06Z (VFR). Overall the forecast improves over the period.
Source: FAA System Operations (ASWS). Operational status only; verify with official FAA sources and NOTAMs.
Suggested risk level: Moderate
A suggested risk level for training and situational awareness only, not a go/no-go authority. Verify with official sources and apply your personal minimums.
Extended forecast and pilot notes
Current aviation conditions show flight category MVFR, wind from 10° at 9 kt, visibility 10 SM, ceiling 3,000 ft. Forecast suggests tonight scattered rain showers, low near 43F, 43% chance of precipitation. Key risks: no significant hazards are highlighted right now, but always confirm against an official briefing. Note: the NWS forecast for now reads "Scattered Rain Showers" but the current METAR shows none of it; the observation and forecast differ, so trust the METAR for current conditions.
| Day | Conditions | Temp F | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Pilot note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonight | Scattered Rain Showers | 43 | N 6 kt | – | 43% | |
| Monday | Mostly Cloudy | 51/38 | NE 7 kt | – | 30% | |
| Tuesday | Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny | 61/50 | ESE 12 kt | 19 kt | 30% | |
| Wednesday | Chance Rain Showers | 68/51 | SSW 11 kt | – | 65% | |
| Thursday | Rain Showers Likely | 65/43 | W 6 kt | – | 57% | |
| Friday | Chance Rain Showers | 63/48 | SE 6 kt | – | 61% | |
| Saturday | Rain Showers Likely | 63/48 | SE 8 kt | – | 61% | |
| Sunday | Chance Rain Showers | 61 | SW 8 kt | – | 31% |
Note: the NWS forecast for now reads "Scattered Rain Showers" but the current METAR shows none of it; the observation and forecast differ, so trust the METAR for current conditions.
Source: National Weather Service (office GRB). Forecast issued 0041Z.
Radar
Radar data: NOAA/NWS MRMS composite reflectivity. For situational awareness only, not a substitute for an official weather briefing.
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Runway data from the FAA NASR dataset (effective 2026-06-11). Verify with the current Chart Supplement and NOTAMs.
Performance & density altitude
Density altitude estimates how the aircraft performs versus standard atmosphere. Higher density altitude reduces climb performance and increases takeoff distance.
Sun & logging windows
FAA definitions, shown in Zulu with airport-local time. Verify for your operation.
Facility & services
Central Wisconsin Airport is in Mosinee, Wisconsin. Field elevation 1,277 ft MSL. Airport facts are drawn from OurAirports and the FAA NASR dataset.
Communications
Not all tower/ground/approach frequencies are in our datasets. Verify with the FAA Chart Supplement.
KCWA traffic patterns
Busiest day: Thu · Busiest month: Oct
Mostly small piston aircraft.
Aircraft likely based near this airport (estimate), mostly rotorcraft.
This is an estimate based on repeated flight patterns, not registration data. Do not rely on it to identify specific aircraft or owners.