Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport

KLBX / LJN

Angleton, US

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
00:53Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
4 kt
130°
9 SM
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLBX 230053Z AUTO 13004KT 9SM BKN011 BKN027 BKN046 23/22 A2995 RMK AO1 CIG 009V014 SLP141 T02280217

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 25 ft
BKN 1,100 ft AGL
BKN 2,700 ft AGL
BKN 4,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,125 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,725 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,625 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,100 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 1100 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (25 ft)
Pressure Alt
3 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 969 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KLBX 222324Z 2300/2324 15006KT P6SM VCSH SCT015 BKN040 FM230400 15004KT P6SM SCT008 BKN015 FM231600 16009KT P6SM SCT015 SCT028
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
04:00Z FM230400
+3h
MVFR 150° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LBX
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
7,000 ft 100 ft ASP 180°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLBX

7,354 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.6%
MVFR
19.9%
IFR
6.9%
LIFR
4.7%

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 22.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 3.9% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 22.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.4%
NE
5%
E
8.2%
SE
13.1%
S
29.2%
SW
3.9%
W
0.5%
NW
1.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.2°C
Range: -5°C to 33°C
-5°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 10.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,354 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLBX
IATA Code: LJN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 25 ft MSL

Location

City: Angleton
Country: US
Latitude: 29.108601°
Longitude: -95.462097°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport

Overview

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport serves the Angleton area, situated at 25 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 29.108601, -95.462097. The airport features a single runway (17/35) measuring 7,000 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting medium airport operations in a coastal Texas environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather at this airport predominantly supports Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 76.2% of observations in VFR and 13.8% in Marginal VFR. Pilots can expect significant seasonal variations, with temperatures ranging from -3°C to 33°C and an average of 20°C. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, though fog occurs in 12.8% of observations and visibility can drop below 3 miles in 4.5% of cases.

Notable Features

The airport experiences consistent southern winds, with prevailing winds from 180 degrees at an average of 7.1 knots and occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 27.5% of observations, providing relatively stable atmospheric conditions for pilots. The coastal location likely influences wind patterns and weather variability.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots. September, October, and November represent the best months for VFR flying, characterized by the most stable weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential fog and prepare for occasional reduced visibility, particularly during transitional seasons.

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.