Burley Municipal Airport

KBYI / BYI

Burley, US

Last Updated
Apr 23, 17:17Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
17:17Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
20 kt
260° G30 kt
10 SM
Visibility
2,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KBYI 231717Z AUTO 26020G30KT 10SM BKN028 OVC034 07/01 A3002 RMK AO2 PK WND 25030/1715 T00720011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,150 ft
BKN 2,800 ft AGL
OVC 3,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,950 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,550 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Burley Municipal Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,400 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 20 knots with gusts to 30 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 19-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component (gusting to 10 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2800 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations.

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

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
879 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,150 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,038 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,074 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBYI 231120Z 2312/2412 28015G30KT P6SM VCSH SCT015 BKN025 OVC070 TEMPO 2312/2314 4SM -SHRA SCT008 OVC015 FM231700 29020G30KT P6SM SCT025 FM232300 30015G25KT P6SM FEW025 FM240300 27010KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:27Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 280° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
23:00Z FM232300
+6h
VFR 300° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM240300
+10h
VFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BYI
02
20 ✈️
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
4,094 ft 80 ft ASP 37°
10.0 kt 17.3 kt
60° angle
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
4,067 ft 75 ft ASP 79°
18.8 kt 6.8 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 - KBYI

5,150 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.9%
MVFR
8.5%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
3.1%

Burley Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 16.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.7%
NE
6.5%
E
7.2%
SE
3.4%
S
9.2%
SW
20%
W
30.5%
NW
2.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.1°C
Range: -8°C to 30°C
-8°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.1%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

September February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 5,150 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Burley Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBYI
IATA Code: BYI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,150 ft MSL

Location

City: Burley
Country: US
Latitude: 42.542599°
Longitude: -113.772003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 4,094 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 4,067 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Burley Municipal Airport

Overview

Burley Municipal Airport serves the aviation needs of south-central Idaho, located near the city of Burley in Cassia County. Situated at an elevation of 4,150 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical infrastructure for general aviation in the region. The airport features two asphalt runways that support various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Burley Municipal Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 83% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Winds are consistently from the west at an average of 7.9 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 27 knots. Seasonal temperature variations range from -8°C to 30°C, with September, October, and December offering the most stable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's two parallel runways (02/20 and 06/24) both measure approximately 4,100 feet in length, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components of 4.9 and 3.4 knots respectively. The high-elevation location at 4,150 feet MSL requires pilots to consider density altitude effects, particularly during warmer months.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently predictable wind conditions, with westerly winds dominating 81% of observations. Visibility averages 9.5 statute miles, with only 1.5% of observations showing reduced visibility below 3 miles. Calm wind conditions occur approximately 19% of the time, allowing for flexible runway selection during approach and departure.

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.