Victoria Regional Airport

KVCT / VCT

Victoria, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 04:11Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
04:11Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
7 kt
120°
10 SM
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KVCT 050411Z AUTO 12007KT 10SM BKN014 OVC034 23/21 A3002 RMK AO2 T02280206

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 115 ft
BKN 1,400 ft AGL
OVC 3,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,515 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,515 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (115 ft)
Pressure Alt
3 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 991 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KVCT 042320Z 0500/0524 16019G26KT P6SM BKN045 FM050300 14013KT P6SM OVC010 FM050500 15010KT P6SM BKN007 FM051600 15016G23KT P6SM BKN015 FM051800 16021G28KT P6SM BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 19 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
05:00Z FM050500
+1h
IFR 150° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 700 ft
16:00Z FM051600
+12h
MVFR 150° 16 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VCT
06
24
12L ✈️
30R
12R ✈️
30L
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 4,200 ft 75 ft ASP 67°
4.2 kt 5.6 kt
53° angle
✈️ 12L/30R
Active: 12L
9,101 ft 150 ft PEM 132°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 12R/30L
Active: 12R
4,643 ft 150 ft CON 132°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
17/35 4,899 ft 150 ft CON 179°
3.6 kt 6.0 kt
59° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KVCT

5,422 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.6%
MVFR
18.7%
IFR
7.6%
LIFR
5.1%

Victoria Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 10.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.1%
NE
9.4%
E
11.5%
SE
21.5%
S
19.3%
SW
3.4%
W
2.2%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.5°C
Range: -7°C to 36°C
-7°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.6%
Fog Frequency: 10%

Best Months for VFR

September October January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt
Runway 12L/30R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 12R/30L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,422 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Victoria Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KVCT
IATA Code: VCT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 115 ft MSL

Location

City: Victoria
Country: US
Latitude: 28.852600°
Longitude: -96.918503°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 4,200 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12L/30R
Length: 9,101 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 12R/30L
Length: 4,643 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,899 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Victoria Regional Airport

Overview

Victoria Regional Airport serves the Gulf Coast region of Texas, located near the city of Victoria. As a medium-sized airport with four runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area, supporting both general aviation and commercial operations. The airport's elevation of 115 feet MSL and strategic location make it an important transportation hub for the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Victoria Regional Airport predominantly support visual flight rules (VFR), with 71.1% of observations in VFR conditions. Pilots can expect southeast winds averaging 7.1 knots, with temperatures ranging from -4°C to 36°C. Seasonal variations show optimal VFR conditions in September, October, and January, while fog occurs in 9.2% of observations and visibility drops below 3 statute miles in 3.6% of reports.

Notable Features

The airport features four distinct runways with varying lengths and surface types, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions. Runway 12L/30R is the longest at 9,101 feet with a PEM (presumably Portland Cement) surface, offering substantial landing and takeoff options. The varied runway configurations allow for multiple approach angles and wind mitigation strategies.

Approach Considerations

Prevailing southeast winds at 135 degrees suggest that runways 12L/30R and 12R/30L are most frequently aligned with typical wind conditions. All four runways demonstrate favorable wind alignments, with minimal average crosswind components ranging from 3.4 to 5.5 knots. Pilots should anticipate consistent wind patterns and prepare for approach strategies that leverage the airport's multiple runway options.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.