Duluth International Airport

KDLH / DLH

Duluth, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
17:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
13 kt
220°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KDLH 041755Z 22013KT 10SM SCT007 08/03 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP187 T00780033 10078 20017 58015 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,428 ft
SCT 700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,128 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
969 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,428 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,316 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 819 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KDLH 041722Z 0418/0518 22008KT P6SM SCT150 FM042300 16005KT P6SM SCT090 FM050200 10007KT P6SM BKN022 FM050500 09011G19KT 1/2SM FZFG BKN005 FM051200 08012G21KT 1 1/2SM BR BKN005 FM051500 08012G21KT P6SM BKN005
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z FM042300
+5h
VFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
02:00Z FM050200
+8h
MVFR 100° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,200 ft
05:00Z FM050500
+11h
IFR 90° 11 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Freezing Fog

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DLH
03
21 ✈️
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
5,699 ft 150 ft ASP 31°
12.8 kt 2.3 kt
10° angle
09/27 10,152 ft 150 ft CON 92°
8.0 kt 10.2 kt
128° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KDLH

5,306 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.8%
MVFR
19.8%
IFR
11.6%
LIFR
6.7%

Duluth International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -34°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 8.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are October, March, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 6.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.6%
NE
1.9%
E
12.2%
SE
8.9%
S
7.9%
SW
10.5%
W
15.7%
NW
26.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -2.3°C
Range: -34°C to 29°C
-34°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 8.1%
Fog Frequency: 8.3%

Best Months for VFR

October March November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.4 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,306 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Duluth International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDLH
IATA Code: DLH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,428 ft MSL

Location

City: Duluth
Country: US
Latitude: 46.842098°
Longitude: -92.193604°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,699 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 10,152 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Duluth International Airport

Overview

Duluth International Airport serves the northeastern Minnesota region, strategically located near Lake Superior. As a medium-sized airport at 1428 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, cargo, and general aviation operations in a climatically challenging environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Duluth is characterized by significant variability, with flight rules predominantly VFR (60.1%) but substantial periods of instrument conditions. Temperature ranges dramatically from -34°C to 29°C, creating complex meteorological challenges, with an average temperature near freezing at -0.4°C. Visibility averages 8.3 statute miles, though pilots should anticipate reduced visibility during 9% of observations and fog presence in 10.4% of reports.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial runways: a 5,699-foot asphalt runway (03/21) and a longer 10,152-foot concrete runway (09/27). Prevailing winds from the northwest (315°) average 9.4 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 26 knots and calm conditions occurring 6.5% of the time. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, providing flexible operational capabilities.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal considerations are critical, with October, November, and September offering the most consistent VFR conditions. Crosswind components are moderate, averaging 7.4 knots on runway 03/21 and 5.5 knots on runway 09/27. Pilots should prepare for potential rapid weather changes typical of a Great Lakes region airport proximate to significant water geography.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.