Current Weather
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Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRAlturas Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (270°) at 12 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component (gusting to 13 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 9500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
|
2,935 ft | 60 ft | ASP | 46° |
↑ 6.0 kt
•
↔ 10.4 kt
60° angle
|
| 13/31 | 4,301 ft | 50 ft | ASP | 148° |
↓ 6.4 kt
•
↔ 10.2 kt
122° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KAAT
5,622 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Alturas Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 45.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, April.
Wind Analysis
Temperature Range
Visibility
Best Months for VFR
Runway Wind Analysis
Statistics computed from 5,622 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Alturas Municipal Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
Location
Runway Information
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About Alturas Municipal Airport
Alturas Municipal Airport (KAAT) is located in Alturas, US at an elevation of 4,378 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (03/21, 13/31), with the longest at 4,301 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 5,622 weather observations shows KAAT maintains VFR conditions 82.6% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 13.8% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 3.6% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KAAT come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 6.8 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (45.5% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 03/21 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are September, March, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -15°C (5°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 5.4°C (42°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.34 to 30.61 inHg (994-1037 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 5,622 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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