Telluride Regional Airport

KTEX / TEX

Telluride, US

Last Updated
Apr 25, 02:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
02:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -11°C
5 kt
250°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTEX 250255Z AUTO 25005KT 10SM SCT120 07/M11 A2997 RMK AO2

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 9,070 ft
SCT 12,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
21,070 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Telluride Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 12,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 5 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 12,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of -11°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 22 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
713 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (9,070 ft)
Pressure Alt
9,018 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 10,235 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KTEX 250157Z 2502/2524 24008KT P6SM FEW120 BKN250 FM250300 22005KT P6SM SCT100 BKN250 FM251500 24009KT P6SM FEW100 BKN250 FM251800 24013G27KT P6SM FEW080 BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:15Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
15:00Z FM251500
+12h
VFR 240° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TEX
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
6,870 ft 100 ft ASP 105°
4.7 kt 1.7 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 - KTEX

14,919 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.4%
MVFR
4.4%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
1.6%

Telluride Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 21°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 23.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.3%
NE
0.7%
E
4.5%
SE
30.6%
S
8.6%
SW
4.5%
W
22.4%
NW
3.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.2°C
Range: -18°C to 21°C
-18°C 21°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.8%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 14,919 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Telluride Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTEX
IATA Code: TEX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 9,070 ft MSL

Location

City: Telluride
Country: US
Latitude: 37.953800°
Longitude: -107.907997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,870 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Telluride Regional Airport

Overview

Telluride Regional Airport serves the mountainous region of southwestern Colorado, situated at a high elevation of 9,070 feet above mean sea level. Located near the renowned ski town of Telluride, the airport provides critical access to this remote alpine community, supporting both recreational and utility aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions 91.9% of the time, with minimal IFR and LIFR occurrences. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -16°C to 21°C, with an average of 3.5°C. Wind conditions are characterized by southeastern prevailing winds at an average of 6.2 knots, with calm periods occurring 25.6% of the time.

Notable Features

Positioned in challenging mountainous terrain, Telluride Regional Airport features a single asphalt runway (09/27) extending 6,870 feet in length. The high elevation and surrounding topography create unique aeronautical challenges, requiring pilots to be particularly mindful of density altitude effects and terrain proximity during operations.

Approach Considerations

The runway benefits from highly favorable wind alignments, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 3.4 knots. September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots navigating this high-altitude airport environment.

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.