Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFRRiverside Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (280°) at 7 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
|
5,401 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 103° |
↑ 6.9 kt
•
↔ 1.2 kt
10° angle
|
| 16/34 | 2,851 ft | 48 ft | ASP | 178° |
↓ 1.5 kt
•
↔ 6.8 kt
102° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KRAL
5,653 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Riverside Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 36.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, February.
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Statistics computed from 5,653 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Riverside Municipal Airport - Airport Information
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About Riverside Municipal Airport
Overview
Riverside Municipal Airport serves the Riverside metropolitan area in Southern California, situated at an elevation of 819 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-sized aviation operations with two asphalt runways, providing critical transportation infrastructure for the region.
Flying Conditions
Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 83.4% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring in 11% of observations. The airport experiences mild temperature variations, ranging from 6°C to 38°C, with an average of 17.2°C, and benefits from stable western winds averaging 5.6 knots.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways: Runway 09/27 at 5,401 feet and Runway 16/34 at 2,851 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components of 2.3 and 4.7 knots respectively, offering consistent operational flexibility.
Approach Considerations
October, November, and September represent the most favorable months for VFR flying, characterized by optimal weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate predominantly westerly winds at 270 degrees, with calm conditions occurring 38.9% of the time, and prepare for occasional reduced visibility scenarios where observations show 2.5% of reports below 3 statute miles.
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