Kearney Regional Airport

KEAR / EAR

Kearney, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 05:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
05:56Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
7 kt
210°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KEAR 050556Z AUTO 21007KT 10SM CLR 03/01 A2991 RMK AO2 SLP136 T00280011 10122 20017 401440017 58010
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
942 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,131 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,139 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,210 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KEAR 050558Z 0506/0606 19007KT P6SM SKC FM050900 18007KT 5SM BR SCT002 FM051200 16009KT 3SM BR BKN002 TEMPO 0512/0516 1SM BR OVC002 FM051600 15016G22KT 5SM BR BKN004 FM051800 16021G30KT P6SM SCT015 FM052100 16021G30KT P6SM SCT015 BKN030 FM060200 15016G23KT 6SM -DZ BR SCT007 OVC010 PROB30 0602/0606 4SM -TSRA OVC010CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM050900
+3h
MVFR 180° 7 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Mist
12:00Z FM051200
+6h
LIFR 160° 9 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Mist
12:00Z TEMPO
+6h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EAR
13
31
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
13/31 4,498 ft 75 ft CON 141°
2.5 kt 6.5 kt
69° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
7,094 ft 150 ft ASP 187°
6.1 kt 3.5 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 - KEAR

4,584 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.6%
MVFR
10.8%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
6.3%

Kearney Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 5.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.2%
NE
6.7%
E
8.5%
SE
9.6%
S
18.8%
SW
11.1%
W
9.3%
NW
15.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.4°C
Range: -22°C to 35°C
-22°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.4%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

February September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 4,584 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kearney Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KEAR
IATA Code: EAR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,131 ft MSL

Location

City: Kearney
Country: US
Latitude: 40.727001°
Longitude: -99.006798°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 4,498 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 7,094 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kearney Regional Airport

Overview

Kearney Regional Airport serves the central Nebraska region as a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 2,131 feet MSL. Located near the city of Kearney, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding geographical area, supporting various general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kearney Regional demonstrate high visual flight rule (VFR) reliability, with 76.3% of observations showing VFR conditions. Pilots can expect significant seasonal temperature variations ranging from -20°C to 35°C, with an average temperature of 6.9°C. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south at an average speed of 9.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 36 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: Runway 13/31 with a concrete surface measuring 4,498 feet, and Runway 18/36 with an asphalt surface extending 7,094 feet. Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Visibility averages 9.5 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility (below 3SM in only 1.3% of observations).

Approach Considerations

September, January, and December offer the most consistently favorable flying conditions based on historical meteorological data. Both runways present minimal average crosswind challenges, with 13/31 experiencing 5.6 knots and 18/36 experiencing 4.9 knots of crosswind. Pilots should anticipate primarily southerly winds and prepare accordingly during approach and landing phases.

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.