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Weather Briefing
MVFRCarson Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 5,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 5 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2900 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 22 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
|
5,906 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 107° |
↑ 4.3 kt
•
↔ 2.5 kt
30° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KCXP
13,992 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Carson Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 54% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.
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Statistics computed from 13,992 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Carson Airport
Carson Airport (KCXP/CSN) is located in Carson City, US at an elevation of 4,697 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 5,906 feet.
Weather Profile
Based on 13,992 weather observations, KCXP experiences excellent VFR conditions 96.2% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KCXP come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 7.5 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (54% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 09/27 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are March, September, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -13°C (9°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 8.4°C (47°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.4 to 30.68 inHg (996-1039 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,992 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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