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Weather Briefing
VFRBrooks County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 33,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (180°) at 17 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 4 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 22,000 ft, scattered at 33,000 ft, scattered at 37,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 35°C (95°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
|
3,071 ft | 40 ft | ASP | 149° |
↑ 13.0 kt
•
↔ 10.9 kt
40° angle
|
|
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
|
5,002 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 179° |
↑ 16.7 kt
•
↔ 3.0 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KBKS
17,773 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Brooks County Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 12% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, January, February.
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Statistics computed from 17,773 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Brooks County Airport
Brooks County Airport (KBKS) is located in Falfurrias, US at an elevation of 113 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (14/32, 17/35), with the longest at 5,002 feet.
Weather Profile
Based on 17,773 weather observations, KBKS experiences excellent VFR conditions 86.6% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KBKS come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 7.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 28 knots. Runway 14/32 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are October, January, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -4°C (25°F) to 39°C (102°F), averaging 22.3°C (72°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.57 to 30.67 inHg (1001-1039 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 17,773 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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