Dupage Airport

KDPA / DPA

Chicago/West Chicago, US

Last Updated
Apr 21, 20:52Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
20:52Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
14 kt
250° G20 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KDPA 212052Z AUTO 25014G20KT 10SM FEW060 SCT100 24/12 A2985 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT SE SLP105 T02390117 56014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 759 ft
FEW 6,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,759 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,759 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Dupage Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 14 knots with gusts to 20 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component (gusting to 10 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (759 ft)
Pressure Alt
827 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,089 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KDPA 212100Z 2121/2218 24012G18KT P6SM BKN050 FM220000 25008KT P6SM SCT060 SCT250 FM220900 05006KT 3SM BR SCT005 BKN010 FM221600 06008KT P6SM SCT012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
00:00Z FM220000
+3h
VFR 250° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM220900
+12h
IFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DPA
02L
20R
02R
20L
10
28 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02L/20R 7,570 ft 100 ft CON 14°
7.8 kt 11.6 kt
124° angle
02R/20L 5,100 ft 100 ft CON 14°
7.8 kt 11.6 kt
124° angle
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
4,751 ft 75 ft ASP 96°
12.1 kt 7.0 kt
30° angle
15/33 3,401 ft 100 ft ASP 148°
2.9 kt 13.7 kt
102° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KDPA

6,495 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.9%
MVFR
22.4%
IFR
8.8%
LIFR
4%

Dupage Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 8.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
12%
NE
6.5%
E
7.1%
SE
6.3%
S
19%
SW
11.4%
W
17.6%
NW
11.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.3°C
Range: -24°C to 32°C
-24°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.7%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02L/20R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 02R/20L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,495 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dupage Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDPA
IATA Code: DPA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 759 ft MSL

Location

City: Chicago/West Chicago
Country: US
Latitude: 41.907799°
Longitude: -88.248596°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 02L/20R
Length: 7,570 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 02R/20L
Length: 5,100 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 4,751 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 3,401 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dupage Airport

Overview

DuPage Airport serves the Chicago/West Chicago metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located west of Chicago. Situated at an elevation of 759 feet MSL, the airport provides crucial general aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting diverse aircraft operations across its four runways.

Flying Conditions

Historical weather data indicates predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 65.1% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Pilots can expect moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing westerly wind at an average of 9.1 knots and occasional gusts up to 30 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying weather.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with varying lengths and surface types, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and operational needs. The two concrete runways (02L/20R and 02R/20L) offer longer surfaces suitable for larger aircraft, while the two asphalt runways (10/28 and 15/33) provide additional operational capacity. Temperature variations range significantly from -24°C to 32°C, indicating potential seasonal operational considerations.

Approach Considerations

All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively consistent crosswind averages between 5.4 and 6 knots. The longer concrete runways (02L/20R at 7570ft and 02R/20L at 5100ft) provide the most substantial landing options. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, with only 4.2% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence at 1.9%.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.