Aberdeen Regional Airport

KABR / ABR

Aberdeen, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:53Z

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Current Weather

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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
14 kt
180°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KABR 041853Z AUTO 18014KT 10SM 08/05 A2994 RMK AO2 SLP146 T00780050 TSNO
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
971 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,302 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,280 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 752 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KABR 050524Z 0506/0606 03005KT 1/4SM FG OVC002 FM051200 10007KT 1/2SM FZFG OVC004 FM051400 12009KT 3/4SM BR BKN008 FM051700 15015G24KT P6SM BKN140
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:56Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 30° 5 kt
Visibility: 1/4SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog
12:00Z FM051200
+5h
LIFR 100° 7 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Freezing Fog
14:00Z FM051400
+7h
IFR 120° 9 kt
Visibility: 3/4SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist
17:00Z FM051700
+10h
VFR 150° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 14,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ABR
13 ✈️
31
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
6,901 ft 100 ft CON 135°
9.0 kt 10.7 kt
50° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
5,500 ft 100 ft ASP 180°
13.8 kt 2.4 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 - KABR

4,829 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.4%
MVFR
22.8%
IFR
6.7%
LIFR
2.1%

Aberdeen Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 46 knots. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 46 kt
Calm Winds: 6.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.3%
NE
9.6%
E
7.7%
SE
6.5%
S
23.2%
SW
5.9%
W
6.8%
NW
17.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 0°C
Range: -28°C to 32°C
-28°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.4%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

October March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,829 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aberdeen Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KABR
IATA Code: ABR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,302 ft MSL

Location

City: Aberdeen
Country: US
Latitude: 45.449100°
Longitude: -98.421799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 6,901 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aberdeen Regional Airport

Overview

Aberdeen Regional Airport serves central South Dakota as a medium-sized airport situated at 1302 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 45.449100, -98.421799, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Aberdeen metropolitan region. It features two substantial runways capable of supporting diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 68.3% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 21.4% of observations. Significant temperature variability exists, ranging from -28°C to 32°C, with an average of 1.9°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 10.3 knots, with potential gusts up to 46 knots and calm periods during 6.8% of observations.

Notable Features

The airport offers two runways with different orientations: Runway 13/31 is concrete and 6901 feet long, while Runway 17/35 is asphalt and 5500 feet long. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind coverage, with Runway 13/31 experiencing an average crosswind of 5.8 knots and Runway 17/35 experiencing 4.4 knots. Visibility consistently remains high, averaging 9.1 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months. With predominantly southern wind patterns, pilots should anticipate smooth approach conditions. The runways' favorable wind coverage and modest crosswind averages suggest flexible approach options with minimal wind-related complications.

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.