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Weather Briefing
VFRBeaver Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 11,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (180°) at 16 knots with gusts to 22 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 12-knot crosswind component (gusting to 17 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 11,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of -8°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 2,501 ft | 50 ft | GRS | 84° |
↓ 1.7 kt
•
↔ 15.9 kt
96° angle
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✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
|
5,100 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 148° |
↑ 10.3 kt
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↔ 12.3 kt
50° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KU52
13,378 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Beaver Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Calm conditions occur 34.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.
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Statistics computed from 13,378 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Beaver Municipal Airport
Beaver Municipal Airport (KU52) is located in Beaver, US at an elevation of 5,863 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 2 runways (07/25, 13/31), with the longest at 5,100 feet.
Weather Profile
Based on 13,378 weather observations, KU52 experiences excellent VFR conditions 97.2% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KU52 come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 7.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 33 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (34.1% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 13/31 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are September, March, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -15°C (5°F) to 30°C (86°F), averaging 6.7°C (44°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.45 to 30.68 inHg (997-1039 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,378 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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