Arnold Palmer Regional Airport

KLBE / LBE

Latrobe, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 07:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
07:35Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLBE 100735Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM BKN016 BKN023 OVC030 22/21 A2996 RMK AO2

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,199 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
OVC 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,799 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,499 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,199 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 21:00Z and 01:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
975 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,199 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,147 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,275 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KLBE 100540Z 1006/1106 00000KT 3SM -SHRA OVC020 FM100700 20005KT 6SM BR OVC010 FM100900 21008KT P6SM OVC009 FM101200 22010G18KT 6SM -SHRA BKN015 FM101800 23012G20KT P6SM SCT035 PROB30 1021/1101 4SM -TSRA BKN025CB FM110400 21005KT P6SM BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:47Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
09:00Z FM100900
+2h
IFR 210° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 900 ft
12:00Z FM101200
+5h
MVFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
18:00Z FM101800
+11h
VFR 230° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LBE
3
21
6
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
3/21 3,596 ft 75 ft ASP 20°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
20° angle
6/24 8,222 ft 150 ft ASP 46°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
46° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLBE

10,557 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.8%
MVFR
18.6%
IFR
3.6%
LIFR
3%

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 105 knots. Calm conditions occur 33% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 105 kt
Calm Winds: 33%
Direction Distribution:
E
2%
N
4.6%
S
15.1%
W
12.4%
NE
1.5%
NW
4.7%
SE
3%
SW
23.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.7°C
Range: -24°C to 31°C
-24°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

June May September

Statistics computed from 10,557 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLBE
IATA Code: LBE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,199 ft MSL

Location

City: Latrobe
Country: US
Latitude: 40.275902°
Longitude: -79.404800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 3/21
Length: 3,596 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 6/24
Length: 8,222 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Arnold Palmer Regional Airport

Overview

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport serves the Latrobe, Pennsylvania region as a medium-sized airport positioned at 1,199 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 40.275902, -79.404800, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for southwestern Pennsylvania, offering two substantial asphalt runways that support diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KLBE demonstrate predominantly favorable flying environments, with 71.5% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Pilots can expect significant wind variability from the southwest (225°) averaging 9.5 knots, though calm conditions occur 36% of the time. Temperature ranges from -17°C to 29°C create potential for moderate seasonal weather challenges.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: Runway 3/21 at 3,596 feet and Runway 6/24 at 8,222 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and operational requirements. Situated in a region with moderate terrain, the airport's elevation of 1,199 feet MSL offers relatively stable approach and departure conditions compared to more mountainous areas.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing southwest winds, Runway 24 may offer more favorable approach conditions for many aircraft. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with only 2.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months, presenting optimal conditions for general aviation and commercial operations.

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

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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.