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Newark Liberty International Airport

KEWR
708
Flights/Day
05:08
Local Time
New York
Timezone
18ft
Elevation
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MVFR
22°C
Overcast • 4kt • 4mi • 1015.70"
Observed: 07:51 UTC
MVFR — Marginal Visual: Reduced visibility, minor delays possible.
Cloud Forecast Convective Activity
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15:00 TEMPO
1.5k
19:00
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23:00
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Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) CB (storm) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling
FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %
TAF valid until 08:00 local time
About Newark Liberty International Airport

Newark shares the New York area's weather challenges including nor'easters and summer storms. Proximity to the coast adds sea breeze effects.

Is Newark Airport turbulent?

Newark faces the same weather challenges as the New York area airports: nor'easters in winter, summer thunderstorms, and the region's notorious air traffic congestion. The airport's constrained runway configuration makes it particularly vulnerable to weather delays. Ground stops of 2-4 hours are common during summer storm season, and winter snow can bring extended closures.

  • December 2025 delays averaged 170 minutes during winter storm
  • Runway 4L-22R closure through mid-2025 reduces capacity further
  • Air traffic congestion compounds weather delays
Why is Newark so delay-prone?

Newark shares airspace with JFK and LaGuardia, creating one of the world's most congested traffic environments. When weather reduces capacity at any one airport, all three suffer. The compact runway layout limits how quickly Newark can recover from delays. Construction projects and occasional equipment issues add to the challenges.

When is the best time to fly from Newark?

Early morning departures (before 9 AM) beat the daily congestion buildup. September and October offer the calmest weather. Summer thunderstorm season (June-August) brings the highest delay risk, especially for afternoon flights. Winter nor'easters can close the airport for hours. Build extra connection time regardless of season.

Is turbulence at Newark dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Newark?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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LXJ358
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05:32
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AA AA1196
airbus a321-231
05:45
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AA AA2728
boeing 737-823
05:45
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EWR YQG
UA UA3302
05:45
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UA UA3301
05:50
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EWR ATL
NK NK352 +4
airbus a321-231
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EWR SDF
5X5581
06:00
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EWR BEH
1I726
06:00
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EWR MSP
DL DL1641
airbus a220-300
06:00
Local
EWR MCO
B6 B6927
airbus a220-300
06:00
Local
EWR DEN
UA UA670
06:00
Local
EWR CUN
UA UA3928
06:00
Local
EWR FLL
NK NK1050 +2
airbus a321-231
06:00
Local
EWR DTW
DL DL2596
boeing 717-2bd
06:00
Local
EWR LAX
UA UA2434
boeing 757-224
06:00
Local
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UA UA3903
06:00
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AA AA2505
06:00
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UA UA504 +1
06:00
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AC AC8491
06:00
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UA UA530
06:05
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UA UA1229 +1
06:15
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UA UA1035
boeing 737 max 9
06:25
Local
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PD PD2118
06:30
Local
EWR GDL
Y41903
06:30
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UA UA354 +1
boeing 737 max 9
06:30
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UA UA2646
06:30
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UA UA1613
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UA UA745 +2
06:30
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UA UA4572 +1
06:35
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AA AA2099 +1
boeing 737-823
06:35
Local
EWR SAN
UA UA533 +1
boeing 737 max 9
06:35
Local
EWR YYZ
AC AC8873
06:40
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UA UA408 +1
airbus a319-132
06:40
Local
EWR ROC
LXJ317
06:40
Local
EWR DFW
UA UA1494
06:40
Local
EWR ACK
UA UA4497
06:42
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EWR SNA
UA UA2423
06:45
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EWR RSW
UA UA1115
boeing 737 max 8
06:45
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UA UA1364
06:45
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UA UA2355
06:50
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B62219
06:52
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EWR BNA
UA UA1428
06:55
Local
EWR CLT
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embraer e175lr
06:55
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UA UA4472
mitsubishi crj-550
06:55
Local
EWR DTW
NK NK1001
airbus a321-231
06:59
Local
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Y4505
06:59
Local
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Y4 Y44337 +2
airbus a320-271n
07:00
Local
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07:00
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07:00
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07:00
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UA UA1435 +1
07:00
Local
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UA UA2445
07:00
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TP TP9251
07:00
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UA UA3505
07:00
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UA UA1207
boeing 737 max 9
07:05
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