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Weather Briefing
VFRBig Bear City Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 9 knots with gusts to 18 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 8/26
Active: 26
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5,850 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 90° |
↑ 8.5 kt
•
↔ 3.1 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KL35
13,284 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Big Bear City Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 46.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.
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Statistics computed from 13,284 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Big Bear City Airport
Big Bear City Airport (KL35/RBF) is located in Big Bear, US at an elevation of 6,752 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (8/26), with the longest at 5,850 feet.
Weather Profile
Based on 13,284 weather observations, KL35 experiences excellent VFR conditions 91.1% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KL35 come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 6.9 knots and recorded gusts up to 27 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (46.9% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are March, September, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -13°C (9°F) to 25°C (77°F), averaging 5.2°C (41°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.66 to 30.55 inHg (1004-1035 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,284 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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