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Weather Briefing
VFRBeatrice Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (190°) at 17 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 7 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
|
4,401 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 143° |
↑ 8.5 kt
•
↔ 14.7 kt
60° angle
|
|
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
|
5,602 ft | 100 ft | PEM | 179° |
↑ 16.0 kt
•
↔ 5.8 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KBIE
16,456 observations | Oct 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Beatrice Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, May, October.
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Statistics computed from 16,456 METAR observations (Oct 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Beatrice Municipal Airport
Beatrice Municipal Airport (KBIE/BIE) is located in Beatrice, US at an elevation of 1,324 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (13/31, 17/35), with the longest at 5,602 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 16,456 weather observations shows KBIE maintains VFR conditions 83.5% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 10.5% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 6% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KBIE come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 9 knots and recorded gusts up to 38 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (16.9% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 17/35 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are February, May, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -25°C (-13°F) to 35°C (95°F), averaging 9°C (48°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.23 to 30.78 inHg (990-1042 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 16,456 official METAR observations (Oct 2025 - Jun 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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