Devils Lake Regional Airport

KDVL / DVL

Devils Lake, US

Last Updated
Mar 7, 07:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
07:56Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
-7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
10 kt
280°
10 SM
Visibility
400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KDVL 070756Z AUTO 28010KT 10SM OVC004 M07/M07 A2993 RMK AO2 SLP169 T10671072 FZRANO

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,456 ft
OVC 400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,856 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
965 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,456 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,434 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -857 ft
ISA Deviation: -19.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KDVL 070522Z 0706/0806 32012KT P6SM BKN008 FM070900 24010KT P6SM SCT022 FM071800 23015G25KT P6SM FEW200 FM080000 25015G25KT P6SM BKN200 WS020/29050KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:09Z BASE
+0h
IFR 320° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
09:00Z FM070900
+1h
VFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM071800
+10h
VFR 230° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DVL
03
21
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 4,313 ft 75 ft ASP 45°
5.7 kt 8.2 kt
125° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
5,509 ft 150 ft ASP 138°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KDVL

5,489 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.6%
MVFR
25%
IFR
11.3%
LIFR
8.1%

Devils Lake Regional Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 6.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.6%
N
14.1%
S
12.8%
W
15.4%
NE
6.3%
NW
17.9%
SE
12.5%
SW
7.2%

Temperature Range

Average: -3.2°C
Range: -33°C to 28°C
-33°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.2%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.2 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,489 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Devils Lake Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDVL
IATA Code: DVL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,456 ft MSL

Location

City: Devils Lake
Country: US
Latitude: 48.115454°
Longitude: -98.908796°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,313 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 5,509 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Devils Lake Regional Airport

Overview

Devils Lake Regional Airport serves the northeastern North Dakota region, located in the city of Devils Lake. Situated at an elevation of 1,456 feet MSL, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for a rural area characterized by agricultural and regional connectivity. The airport features two asphalt runways capable of supporting a variety of general aviation and regional aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Devils Lake exhibit significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 56% of the time. Winter months present challenging conditions, with temperatures ranging from -31°C to 28°C and potential restricted visibility. Pilots should anticipate westerly winds averaging 11.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots and calm periods occurring 5.9% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's two runways provide operational flexibility with complementary orientations. Runway 03/21 measures 4,313 feet and Runway 13/31 extends 5,509 feet, both offering 100% favorable wind conditions. The geographic location in northeastern North Dakota suggests potential for rapidly changing weather conditions, particularly during transitional seasons.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate consistent wind compatibility, with average crosswind components of 8.3 knots for Runway 03/21 and 5.9 knots for Runway 13/31. Pilots should expect most favorable VFR conditions during autumn months (September, October, November), with visibility typically averaging 8.9 statute miles. Awareness of potential fog (occurring 3% of observations) and periods of reduced visibility is recommended.

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.