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Weather Briefing
VFRByron Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 9 knots with gusts to 20 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 5500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
|
3,000 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 63° |
↑ 9.0 kt
•
↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
|
| 12/30 | 4,500 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 135° |
↓ 0.8 kt
•
↔ 9.0 kt
95° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KC83
13,557 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Byron Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 26.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, September.
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Statistics computed from 13,557 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Byron Airport
Byron Airport (KC83) is located in Byron, US at an elevation of 79 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (05/23, 12/30), with the longest at 4,500 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 13,557 weather observations shows KC83 maintains VFR conditions 74.9% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 10.4% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 14.7% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KC83 come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 7.9 knots and recorded gusts up to 31 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (26.3% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 05/23 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.9 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are March, April, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -1°C (30°F) to 36°C (97°F), averaging 14.1°C (57°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.5 to 30.55 inHg (999-1035 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,557 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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