Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport

KPUW / PUW

Pullman, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:25Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
02:25Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
12 kt
250° G20 kt
9 SM
Visibility
2,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KPUW 050225Z AUTO 25012G20KT 9SM -RA SCT014 BKN022 OVC041 06/04 A2984 RMK AO2 P0002 T00560044

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,556 ft
SCT 1,400 ft AGL
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
OVC 4,100 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,956 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,756 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,656 ft AMSL
QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
925 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,556 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,654 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,187 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPUW 050023Z 0500/0524 25010KT P6SM -RA SCT009 BKN017 OVC030 FM050300 25012G22KT P6SM SCT007 OVC013 PROB30 0503/0509 -RA FM051700 25016G27KT P6SM SCT009 BKN020 PROB30 0518/0524 5SM -RASN
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:33Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,700 ft
Light Rain
03:00Z FM050300
+1h
MVFR 250° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
03:00Z PROB30
+1h
VFR
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PUW
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
7,100 ft 150 ft ASP 65°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPUW

5,094 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.2%
MVFR
16.3%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
7.6%

Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 19.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.4%
NE
3.6%
E
27.6%
SE
10%
S
4.7%
SW
9.5%
W
21.1%
NW
2.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.5°C
Range: -8°C to 29°C
-8°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,094 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPUW
IATA Code: PUW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,556 ft MSL

Location

City: Pullman
Country: US
Latitude: 46.741601°
Longitude: -117.111630°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 7,100 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport

Overview

Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport serves the twin cities of Pullman, Washington and Moscow, Idaho, providing essential regional aviation connectivity. Located at an elevation of 2,556 feet MSL, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations in the Palouse region of the Pacific Northwest.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KPUW predominantly support visual flight rules (VFR), with 67.4% of observations showing VFR conditions. The airport experiences a significant temperature range from -8°C to 29°C, with an average temperature of 6.6°C. Pilots can expect easterly winds averaging 8.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 36 knots and calm periods occurring 17.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (05/23) measuring 7,100 feet with an asphalt surface. Its geographical position presents potential challenges with terrain and wind patterns typical of the inland Pacific Northwest. The airport's elevation and local topography can influence aircraft performance and approach considerations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with winds consistent with the runway heading 100% of the time. Average crosswind conditions are relatively mild at 5.1 knots. September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions, providing optimal flying weather for pilots operating in the region.

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.