Van Nuys Airport

KVNY / VNY

Van Nuys, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 01:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
01:51Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
3 kt
150°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KVNY 040151Z 15003KT 10SM CLR 19/11 A2997 RMK AO2 SLP143 T01940111 $
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (802 ft)
Pressure Alt
750 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,422 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KVNY 032357Z 0400/0424 15008KT P6SM SCT250 FM040200 VRB03KT P6SM SCT250 FM041300 12004KT 6SM BR SCT006 FM041800 16007KT P6SM BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
13:00Z FM041300
+11h
VFR 120° 4 kt
Visibility: 6SM
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Airport Runway Layout

N
VNY
16L ✈️
34R
16R ✈️
34L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16L/34R
Active: 16L
4,011 ft 75 ft ASP 175°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
✈️ 16R/34L
Active: 16R
8,001 ft 150 ft ASP 175°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KVNY

4,729 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.6%
MVFR
15.9%
IFR
6.2%
LIFR
2.3%

Van Nuys Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 38.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.8%
NE
1.8%
E
8.8%
SE
17.9%
S
8.3%
SW
2.3%
W
5.3%
NW
2.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.7°C
Range: 3°C to 36°C
3°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.4%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

March February September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16L/34R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt
Runway 16R/34L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 4,729 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Van Nuys Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KVNY
IATA Code: VNY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 802 ft MSL

Location

City: Van Nuys
Country: US
Latitude: 34.209801°
Longitude: -118.489998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 16L/34R
Length: 4,011 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16R/34L
Length: 8,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Van Nuys Airport

Overview

Van Nuys Airport serves the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles as a critical general aviation hub. Located at 802 feet MSL with coordinates 34.209801, -118.489998, the airport provides essential infrastructure for private, commercial, and training aircraft operations. As a medium airport with two well-configured runways, it supports diverse aviation activities in the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data reveals predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 72.8% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Wind patterns demonstrate a consistent southeasterly flow at 135° with an average speed of 6.9 knots, though maximum gusts can reach 27 knots. Temperature ranges from 6°C to 36°C, with September, October, and December presenting the most stable VFR weather environments.

Notable Features

Both runways (16L/34R at 4,011 feet and 16R/34L at 8,001 feet) are asphalt-surfaced and offer flexible operational capabilities. The airport experiences calm wind conditions 38.3% of the time, which provides consistent accessibility. Crosswind conditions remain minimal, with an average of only 2.8 knots across both runways, enhancing landing and takeoff predictability.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect reliable approach conditions with consistently favorable wind alignments on both runways. Visibility averages 8.9 statute miles, with only 2.9% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence (1.8%). The substantial length of the 16R/34L runway provides additional operational flexibility for arriving and departing aircraft.

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.