The beacon is operated from sunset to sunrise and when less than VFR conditions during the day.

Although the beacon is often on during IFR conditions, the fact that a beacon may be off during the day, does not constitute VFR conditions.  A pilot must confirm the conditions.

Reference(s):

FAA-H-8083-25B Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge pg. 14-16

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