Austin Bergstrom International Airport

KAUS / AUS

Austin, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:18Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
10:18Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
10 kt
160°
10 SM
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KAUS 041018Z 16010KT 10SM OVC030 22/19 A3000 RMK AO2 T02220189

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 542 ft
OVC 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,542 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (542 ft)
Pressure Alt
460 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,430 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KAUS 040906Z 0409/0512 16010KT P6SM BKN020 TEMPO 0409/0412 OVC015 FM041200 17008KT P6SM -DZ OVC015 FM041800 17014G24KT P6SM OVC028 FM042100 17014G24KT P6SM SCT020 BKN040 PROB30 0421/0424 6SM -RA FM050500 17012KT P6SM BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:29Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
12:00Z FM041200
+2h
MVFR 170° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Drizzle
18:00Z FM041800
+8h
MVFR 170° 14 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,800 ft
21:00Z FM042100
+11h
VFR 170° 14 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AUS
18L ✈️
36R
18R ✈️
36L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18L/36R
Active: 18L
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 179°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
✈️ 18R/36L
Active: 18R
12,248 ft 150 ft CON 179°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KAUS

4,465 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.2%
MVFR
15%
IFR
5.6%
LIFR
2.2%

Austin Bergstrom International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 20.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 20.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.4%
NE
6.7%
E
4.5%
SE
6.6%
S
30%
SW
6.8%
W
3.1%
NW
3.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.7°C
Range: -8°C to 38°C
-8°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18L/36R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt
Runway 18R/36L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,465 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Austin Bergstrom International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAUS
IATA Code: AUS
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 542 ft MSL

Location

City: Austin
Country: US
Latitude: 30.197535°
Longitude: -97.662015°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 18L/36R
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18R/36L
Length: 12,248 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Austin Bergstrom International Airport

Overview

Austin Bergstrom International Airport serves as the primary commercial airport for the Austin metropolitan area, located in central Texas. Situated at an elevation of 542 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports significant commercial and general aviation operations with its two substantial concrete runways. The airport's strategic location provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the rapidly growing Austin region.

Flying Conditions

Central Texas experiences variable weather conditions that can impact flight operations, with potential for significant temperature and wind variations throughout the year. The airport's two long runways (18L/36R at 9,000 feet and 18R/36L at 12,248 feet) provide excellent operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types under changing meteorological conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and wind shifts typical of the region's topographical landscape.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning in the Texas Hill Country introduces specific terrain considerations for approach and departure procedures. Both runways are oriented in a north-south configuration (18/36 headings), which aligns well with predominant regional wind patterns. The substantial runway lengths accommodate a wide range of aircraft, from regional commuters to large international transport aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will typically depend on current wind direction and speed, with the parallel runway configuration allowing for efficient traffic management. The 18R/36L runway, being the longer of the two at 12,248 feet, provides optimal landing and takeoff capabilities for larger aircraft. Pilots should maintain awareness of potential thermal and wind gradient effects characteristic of the central Texas environment during approach and departure phases.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.