Fresno Yosemite International Airport

KFAT / FAT

Fresno, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
8 kt
310°
7 SM
Visibility
17,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KFAT 041520Z 31008KT 7SM FEW008 FEW020 BKN170 BKN250 11/09 A3012 RMK AO2 T01060094

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 336 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 17,000 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,136 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,336 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
17,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
17,336 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,336 ft AMSL
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (336 ft)
Pressure Alt
134 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -265 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KFAT 041139Z 0412/0512 28003KT P6SM FEW200 TEMPO 0413/0416 3SM BR FM042100 30010KT P6SM BKN250 FM050000 32013G23KT P6SM SCT250 FM050600 30009KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM042100
+6h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
00:00Z FM050000
+9h
VFR 320° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FAT
11L
29R ✈️
11R
29L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11L/29R
Active: 29R
9,217 ft 150 ft ASP 125°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
✈️ 11R/29L
Active: 29L
8,008 ft 150 ft ASP 125°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KFAT

5,807 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.1%
MVFR
19%
IFR
12.7%
LIFR
9.3%

Fresno Yosemite International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 33.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 15.1% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 33.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.7%
NE
2.7%
E
11.8%
SE
15.6%
S
6.5%
SW
2.8%
W
8.2%
NW
15.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.2°C
Range: 1°C to 37°C
1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 7 SM
Below 3 SM: 15.1%
Fog Frequency: 10.6%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11L/29R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt
Runway 11R/29L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,807 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fresno Yosemite International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KFAT
IATA Code: FAT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 336 ft MSL

Location

City: Fresno
Country: US
Latitude: 36.776199°
Longitude: -119.718002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 11L/29R
Length: 9,217 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11R/29L
Length: 8,008 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Fresno Yosemite International Airport

Overview

Fresno Yosemite International Airport serves the Central California region, located in Fresno at an elevation of 336 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with two parallel asphalt runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the San Joaquin Valley, supporting commercial, general aviation, and potential military operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 58.9% of the time, with MVFR and IFR conditions occurring 17.2% and 14% respectively. The airport experiences significant temperature variation, ranging from 1°C to 37°C, with an average of 13.6°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest at an average of 5.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 33.4% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 11L/29R at 9,217 feet and 11R/29L at 8,008 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions with an average crosswind of just 2.4 knots. The airport's location in the San Joaquin Valley provides relatively consistent weather patterns with predictable wind and visibility characteristics.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the best VFR conditions for operations. Visibility averages 7.1 statute miles, though 16.4% of observations show visibility below 3 miles and 10.4% involve fog. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, particularly during winter months, and consult current METAR data before arrival.

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.