Blue Grass Airport

KLEX / LEX

Lexington, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 04:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
04:54Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLEX 270454Z 00000KT 10SM CLR 22/21 A2995 RMK AO2 SLP134 T02220206 402780206 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Blue Grass Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

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: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
981 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (979 ft)
Pressure Alt
957 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,032 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KLEX 262322Z 2700/2724 VRB03KT P6SM BKN035 FM270800 14002KT 5SM BR BKN015 TEMPO 2708/2712 1SM BR BKN005 FM271300 20004KT P6SM SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:13Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
08:00Z FM270800
+3h
MVFR 140° 2 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Mist
08:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
13:00Z FM271300
+8h
VFR 200° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LEX
04
22
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 7,003 ft 150 ft ASP 42°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
42° angle
09/27 4,000 ft 75 ft concrete 87°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
87° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLEX

13,557 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.5%
MVFR
17.8%
IFR
6.9%
LIFR
3.8%

Blue Grass Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 9.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.4%
N
7.6%
S
21.2%
W
13%
NE
9.7%
NW
7.3%
SE
6.5%
SW
19.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 12°C
Range: -17°C to 35°C
-17°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.1%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 13,557 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Blue Grass Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLEX
IATA Code: LEX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 979 ft MSL

Location

City: Lexington
Country: US
Latitude: 38.036499°
Longitude: -84.605904°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,003 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: concrete
ILS: No

About Blue Grass Airport

Overview

Blue Grass Airport serves Lexington, Kentucky, as a medium-sized airport positioned at 979 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 38.036499, -84.605904, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for central Kentucky, supporting both regional and commercial flight operations with two substantial runways.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions at Blue Grass Airport, with 64.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -17°C to 32°C, with an average temperature of 8.4°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the southwest at an average of 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots and calm conditions occurring 11.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a primary 7,003-foot asphalt runway (04/22) and a secondary 4,000-foot concrete runway (09/27). Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Average crosswind components are relatively modest, measuring 4.2 knots for runway 04/22 and 5 knots for runway 09/27.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most favorable months for VFR flying, with consistently good visibility averaging 9.1 statute miles. Pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with 2.6% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles and 2.2% experiencing fog conditions. The prevailing southwest winds make runway selection straightforward and predictable.

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.