Asheville Regional Airport

KAVL / AVL

Asheville, US

Last Updated
Apr 21, 16:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
4 kt
10°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KAVL 211654Z 01004KT 10SM CLR 18/00 A3034 RMK AO2 SLP264 T01780000

Weather Briefing

VFR

Asheville Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
955 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,165 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,753 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,633 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KAVL 211127Z 2112/2212 VRB02KT P6SM FEW250 FM212100 19005KT P6SM SCT250 FM220500 VRB02KT P6SM FEW250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM212100
+4h
VFR 190° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
05:00Z FM220500
+12h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVL
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
8,001 ft 150 ft ASP 160°
3.8 kt 1.4 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 - KAVL

6,343 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76%
MVFR
13.8%
IFR
4.3%
LIFR
5.9%

Asheville Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 29.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
27.2%
NE
0.2%
E
0.6%
SE
10%
S
16.5%
SW
3%
W
1.5%
NW
11.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.7°C
Range: -13°C to 30°C
-13°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.4%
Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

April November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,343 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Asheville Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAVL
IATA Code: AVL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,165 ft MSL

Location

City: Asheville
Country: US
Latitude: 35.436199°
Longitude: -82.541801°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Asheville Regional Airport

Overview

Asheville Regional Airport (KAVL) serves the western North Carolina region, situated at an elevation of 2,165 feet MSL near the city of Asheville. The airport features a single primary runway 17/35, measuring 8,001 feet in length with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KAVL demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 74.9% of observations. Pilots should anticipate potential marginal conditions, as MVFR and IFR conditions collectively represent about 21.2% of recorded weather. Temperature ranges from -12°C to 28°C, with an average of 10.4°C, suggesting potential temperature-related performance considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's location in western North Carolina introduces complex terrain and potential mountain wave effects. Prevailing winds from the north (0°) average 7.1 knots, with calm conditions occurring 33.1% of the time. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 9.3 statute miles, with only 2.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 1.9 knots. November, October, and January statistically offer the most consistent VFR conditions, potentially providing optimal approach and departure windows for pilots navigating the region.

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.