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Weather Briefing
VFRAlamogordo White Sands Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 11,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1217.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 5 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 11000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
|
7,006 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 45° |
↑ 4.9 kt
•
↔ 0.9 kt
10° angle
|
| 16/34 | 3,512 ft | 200 ft | GRE | 173° |
↑ 3.4 kt
•
↔ 3.7 kt
47° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KALM
11,586 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Alamogordo White Sands Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, October.
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Statistics computed from 11,586 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Alamogordo White Sands Regional Airport - Airport Information
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About Alamogordo White Sands Regional Airport
Overview
Alamogordo White Sands Regional Airport serves the Alamogordo area in southern New Mexico, situated at an elevation of 4,200 feet MSL. The airport features two runways: a primary 7,006-foot asphalt runway (03/21) and a secondary 3,512-foot gravel runway (16/34). Its strategic location supports regional aviation needs in this high desert environment.
Flying Conditions
With 98.3% of observations reporting VFR conditions, the airport offers consistently favorable flying weather. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 36°C, providing stable atmospheric conditions throughout the year. Winds predominantly come from the south at an average of 6.9 knots, with calm conditions occurring 24.4% of the time, making for generally predictable flight operations.
Notable Features
The airport's high-desert location at 4,200 feet MSL requires pilots to consider density altitude effects, particularly during warmer months. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and minimal average crosswind components (3.9kt for 03/21, 3.2kt for 16/34). The terrain surrounding the airport presents typical New Mexico high desert characteristics.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during September, October, and January, which represent the best VFR months. With extremely low IFR occurrence (0.2%) and minimal visibility restrictions (only 0.2% of observations below 3SM), instrument approaches are typically straightforward. The prevailing south winds suggest Runway 03/21 may be slightly more favorable for most arrivals and departures.
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