Huntsville Regional Airport

KUTS / HTV

Huntsville, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
5 kt
100°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KUTS 222053Z AUTO 10005KT 10SM SCT046 28/17 A2996 RMK AO1 SLP141 T02780172 58028

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 363 ft
SCT 4,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,963 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Huntsville Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,600 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 5 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (363 ft)
Pressure Alt
311 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,958 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KUTS 221736Z 2218/2318 15007KT P6SM VCSH SCT025 BKN035 PROB30 2220/2224 4SM TSRA BKN020CB FM230400 15006KT P6SM SCT008 BKN015 FM230800 16005KT 5SM BR BKN007 FM231500 18009KT P6SM SCT007 BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
04:00Z FM230400
+7h
MVFR 150° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
08:00Z FM230800
+11h
IFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UTS
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
5,006 ft 100 ft ASP 185°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KUTS

6,145 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.9%
MVFR
18.6%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
5.4%

Huntsville Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 11.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
15%
NE
8.5%
E
5.5%
SE
8.4%
S
38.2%
SW
8.3%
W
1.9%
NW
2.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.3°C
Range: -6°C to 36°C
-6°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,145 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Huntsville Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KUTS
IATA Code: HTV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 363 ft MSL

Location

City: Huntsville
Country: US
Latitude: 30.746901°
Longitude: -95.587196°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 5,006 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Huntsville Regional Airport

Overview

Huntsville Regional Airport serves the Huntsville area in Texas, positioned at 30.746901, -95.587196 with an elevation of 363 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local region, featuring a single runway 18/36 measuring 5,006 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KUTS demonstrate predominantly visual flight rules (VFR) operations, with 69.9% of observations under VFR and only 14.9% of time spent in marginal or instrument conditions. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 36°C, with an average of 19°C, suggesting significant seasonal variation. September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions, with average visibility around 9.1 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's wind patterns are characterized by a southerly prevailing wind at 180 degrees, with an average speed of 6.8 knots and occasional gusts up to 21 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 14.3% of the time. The single runway (18/36) demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of just 2.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect relatively stable approach conditions with good wind predictability on runway 18/36. Low-visibility events are infrequent, with fog occurring only 3.2% of the time and observations below 3 statute miles happening in just 2% of reports. The consistent wind profile and long runway provide reliable approach and landing opportunities across most meteorological conditions.

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

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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.