Cox Field

KPRX / PRX

Paris, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
12 kt
180°
10 SM
Visibility
4,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPRX 042155Z AUTO 18012KT 10SM FEW032 BKN043 BKN055 27/18 A2996 RMK AO2 SLP140 T02670183 PNO

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 547 ft
FEW 3,200 ft AGL
BKN 4,300 ft AGL
BKN 5,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,747 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,847 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,047 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (547 ft)
Pressure Alt
495 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,066 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.1°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PRX
03
21
14
32
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 4,624 ft 150 ft CON 37°
9.6 kt 7.2 kt
143° angle
14/32 4,624 ft 150 ft CON 141°
9.3 kt 7.6 kt
39° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
6,002 ft 150 ft ASP 179°
11.8 kt 2.1 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 - KPRX

4,840 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.7%
MVFR
13.9%
IFR
5.6%
LIFR
6.7%

Cox Field typically experiences VFR conditions 73.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 7.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.2%
NE
6.1%
E
17.3%
SE
15.5%
S
18.6%
SW
7.1%
W
3.4%
NW
9.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.9°C
Range: -11°C to 35°C
-11°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.5%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

September February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,840 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cox Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPRX
IATA Code: PRX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 547 ft MSL

Location

City: Paris
Country: US
Latitude: 33.636600°
Longitude: -95.450798°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,624 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 4,624 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 6,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cox Field

Overview

Cox Field is a medium airport located in Paris, Texas, serving the northeastern region of the state. Situated at an elevation of 547 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area with three concrete and asphalt runways accommodating various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at Cox Field, with 71.5% of observations indicating clear flying weather. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -9°C to 35°C, with an average of 15.2°C. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 9.3 statute miles, though pilots should be aware of occasional reduced visibility periods affecting 2.5% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways: two 4,624-foot concrete runways (03/21 and 14/32) and one 6,002-foot asphalt runway (17/35). Prevailing winds are from the south at 180 degrees, with an average speed of 7.7 knots and occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 7.9% of the time.

Approach Considerations

All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind coverage, with minimal average crosswind components ranging from 4 to 4.9 knots. September, October, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions for pilots. Approach planning should consider the potential for occasional fog and reduced visibility, which affects approximately 2.1% 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.