New Braunfels Municipal Airport

KBAZ

New Braunfels, US

Last Updated
Apr 23, 01:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
01:51Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
16 kt
130° G23 kt
10 SM
Visibility
3,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBAZ 230151Z AUTO 13016G23KT 10SM BKN039 BKN046 OVC060 26/20 A2989 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT E AND SE SLP115 T02560200

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 651 ft
BKN 3,900 ft AGL
BKN 4,600 ft AGL
OVC 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,551 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,251 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,651 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

New Braunfels Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 16 knots with gusts to 23 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 3900 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (651 ft)
Pressure Alt
689 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,165 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.3°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BAZ
13 ✈️
31
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
5,352 ft 100 ft ASP 135°
16.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
5,364 ft 100 ft ASP 180°
12.3 kt 10.3 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBAZ

6,626 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.3%
MVFR
21.5%
IFR
9.7%
LIFR
4.5%

New Braunfels Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 108 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 108 kt
Calm Winds: 10.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.7%
NE
11%
E
7.1%
SE
9.7%
S
26.1%
SW
11%
W
3.7%
NW
4.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.3°C
Range: -8°C to 37°C
-8°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.1%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 6,626 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

New Braunfels Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBAZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 651 ft MSL

Location

City: New Braunfels
Country: US
Latitude: 29.704500°
Longitude: -98.042198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 5,352 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,364 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About New Braunfels Municipal Airport

Overview

New Braunfels Municipal Airport serves the growing Texas Hill Country region, situated approximately 30 miles northeast of San Antonio. As a medium-sized airport with two parallel asphalt runways, the facility supports general aviation, training, and local transportation needs in Comal County. Its strategic location and dual runway configuration make it a versatile aviation facility for the area.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 67.8% of observations reporting VFR weather. Seasonal temperatures range widely from -3°C to 37°C, with an average of 18.9°C, requiring careful preflight planning for potential temperature-related performance considerations. The airport experiences consistent southern winds at an average of 7.4 knots, with September through November offering the most stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

Located at 651 feet mean sea level, the airport's moderate elevation provides relatively standard atmospheric conditions for aircraft operations. Both runways (13/31 and 17/35) measure approximately 5,360 feet in length, offering substantial runway options for various aircraft types. The prevailing winds from the south (180°) contribute to predictable and generally favorable approach and departure scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components of 5.6 knots for runway 13/31 and 3.9 knots for runway 17/35. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with only 2% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence. Pilots should anticipate generally stable approach conditions, particularly during the recommended VFR months of September, October, and November.

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.