La Crosse Regional Airport

KLSE / LSE

La Crosse, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
5 kt
190°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLSE 042153Z 19005KT 10SM CLR 12/02 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP179 T01170022
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (655 ft)
Pressure Alt
543 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 340 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KLSE 041726Z 0418/0518 VRB03KT P6SM BKN250 FM050900 05003KT P6SM BKN035 FM051500 07003KT P6SM OVC020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
09:00Z FM050900
+11h
VFR 50° 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LSE
04
22
13
31
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 5,299 ft 150 ft ASP 36°
4.5 kt 2.2 kt
154° angle
13/31 6,050 ft 150 ft ASP 134°
2.8 kt 4.1 kt
56° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
8,537 ft 150 ft CON 179°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLSE

4,620 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.5%
MVFR
22.7%
IFR
6.6%
LIFR
2.2%

La Crosse Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 12.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
19%
NE
1.8%
E
2.8%
SE
11.3%
S
24.8%
SW
6.9%
W
4.8%
NW
15.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.5°C
Range: -29°C to 32°C
-29°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.3%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

October March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,620 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Crosse Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLSE
IATA Code: LSE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 655 ft MSL

Location

City: La Crosse
Country: US
Latitude: 43.879002°
Longitude: -91.256699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,299 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 6,050 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 8,537 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About La Crosse Regional Airport

Overview

La Crosse Regional Airport serves the La Crosse metropolitan area in Wisconsin, situated near the Mississippi River at an elevation of 655 feet MSL. The airport features three runways with varying lengths, accommodating regional commercial, general aviation, and potential military traffic in a diverse geographical region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KLSE demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 65.3% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 24% of observations. Temperature ranges from -29°C to 32°C, with prevailing southerly winds at an average of 8.1 knots, suggesting relatively moderate wind conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways offer flexible operational capabilities, with the longest runway (18/36) measuring 8,537 feet of concrete surface. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, which provides pilots consistent approach options regardless of wind direction. The airport's moderate elevation and geographic location suggest potential for thermal and terrain-influenced wind variations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly southerly winds with an average crosswind component between 3.7 and 5.9 knots across runways. October, September, and November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering the most consistent visual flying conditions. When planning approaches, consider the airport's visibility average of 8.9 statute miles and potential for occasional reduced visibility during 4.1% of observations.

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.