Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport

KBAF / BAF

Westfield, US

Last Updated
Mar 6, 08:08Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
08:08Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
8 kt
10°
3 SM
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KBAF 060808Z AUTO 01008KT 3SM -RA BR BKN006 BKN012 OVC019 01/00 A3032 RMK AO2 UPB02E06 P0000 T00060000 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 271 ft
BKN 600 ft AGL
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
OVC 1,900 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
871 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,471 ft AMSL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,171 ft AMSL
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (271 ft)
Pressure Alt
-142 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,757 ft
ISA Deviation: -13.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBAF 060400Z 0604/0710 05006KT 4800 -RA BR SCT010 OVC030 650305 QNH3033INS TEMPO 0605/0610 4400 -FZRA BR OVC010 690001 BECMG 0610/0612 VRB06KT 9000 -FZRA BR OVC004 690001 620107 QNH3034INS BECMG 0613/0614 VRB06KT 9999 NSW BKN004 OVC020 620106 QNH3036INS BECMG 0705/0706 VRB06KT 9999 -RA OVC004 620042 QNH3037INS TX02/0619Z TN00/0702Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:42Z BASE
+0h
IFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: 4.8 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Rain, Mist
10:00Z BECMG
+2h
LIFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Light Freezing Rain, Mist
13:00Z BECMG
+5h
LIFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 400 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BAF
02 ✈️
20
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
9,000 ft 150 ft ASP 10°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
15/33 5,000 ft 100 ft ASP 140°
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
130° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBAF

4,963 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.3%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
7.7%
LIFR
3.7%

Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8 knots. Calm conditions occur 27.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 27.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.4%
NE
4.3%
E
1.2%
SE
3.1%
S
15.7%
SW
4.6%
W
8.7%
NW
14.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.5°C
Range: -23°C to 29°C
-23°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

November September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,963 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBAF
IATA Code: BAF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 271 ft MSL

Location

City: Westfield
Country: US
Latitude: 42.157799°
Longitude: -72.715599°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport

Overview

Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport serves western Massachusetts as a medium-sized airport located in Westfield, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Situated at 271 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 42.157799, -72.715599, the airport offers two paved runways capable of supporting diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Barnes Regional Airport demonstrate significant VFR opportunities, with 72% of observations reporting visual flight rules conditions. Temperature ranges from -20°C to 29°C, creating varied operational environments throughout the year. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south at an average speed of 7.7 knots, with calm conditions occurring in 26.7% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 02/20 at 9,000 feet and Runway 15/33 at 5,000 feet. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswinds (4.7kt and 4.1kt respectively). Visibility averages 9 statute miles, with only 3.3% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

November, September, and December represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate predominantly southern wind patterns when planning approaches. While only 7.5% of observations indicate IFR conditions, preparedness for potential instrument meteorological conditions is recommended, particularly during less favorable seasonal periods.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.