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Weather Briefing
VFRReid-Hillview Airport of Santa Clara County is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 11 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 7 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 6,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 13L/31R
Active: 31R
|
3,100 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 142° |
↑ 6.9 kt
•
↔ 1.2 kt
10° angle
|
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✈️ 13R/31L
Active: 31L
|
3,099 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 142° |
↑ 6.9 kt
•
↔ 1.2 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KRHV
2,830 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Reid-Hillview Airport of Santa Clara County enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 103 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 97°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, February.
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Statistics computed from 2,830 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Reid-Hillview Airport of Santa Clara County - Airport Information
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About Reid-Hillview Airport of Santa Clara County
Reid-Hillview Airport of Santa Clara County (KRHV/RHV) is located in San Jose, US at an elevation of 135 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (13L/31R, 13R/31L), with the longest at 3,100 feet.
Weather Profile
Based on 2,830 weather observations, KRHV experiences excellent VFR conditions 88.3% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KRHV come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 6.9 knots and recorded gusts up to 103 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (38.8% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 13L/31R offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are March, April, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 0°C (32°F) to 97°C (207°F), averaging 16.3°C (61°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 0.09 to 30.45 inHg (3-1031 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,830 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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