Austin Bergstrom International Airport

KAUS / AUS

Austin, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
21:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
7 kt
180° G15 kt
10 SM
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KAUS 222153Z 18007G15KT 10SM SCT040 BKN070 BKN250 28/19 A2989 RMK AO2 SLP115 T02830194

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 542 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,542 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,542 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,542 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Austin Bergstrom International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 7 knots with gusts to 15 knots. Runway 18L/36R is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 27 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (542 ft)
Pressure Alt
580 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,270 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KAUS 222055Z 2221/2324 15010KT P6SM SCT035 BKN050 FM230800 17006KT P6SM OVC015 FM231200 17005KT P6SM OVC007 FM231500 17010KT P6SM OVC015 FM231900 18011KT P6SM OVC050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
08:00Z FM230800
+10h
MVFR 170° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AUS
18L ✈️
36R
18R ✈️
36L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18L/36R
Active: 18L
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 179°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 18R/36L
Active: 18R
12,248 ft 150 ft CON 179°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KAUS

5,820 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.2%
MVFR
17.8%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
2.3%

Austin Bergstrom International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 17.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.9%
NE
6%
E
4.9%
SE
8.4%
S
34.1%
SW
5.9%
W
2.6%
NW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.3°C
Range: -8°C to 38°C
-8°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18L/36R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt
Runway 18R/36L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,820 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Austin Bergstrom International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAUS
IATA Code: AUS
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 542 ft MSL

Location

City: Austin
Country: US
Latitude: 30.197535°
Longitude: -97.662015°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 18L/36R
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18R/36L
Length: 12,248 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Austin Bergstrom International Airport

Overview

Austin Bergstrom International Airport serves as the primary commercial airport for the Austin metropolitan area, located in central Texas. Situated at an elevation of 542 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports significant commercial and general aviation operations with its two substantial concrete runways. The airport's strategic location provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the rapidly growing Austin region.

Flying Conditions

Central Texas experiences variable weather conditions that can impact flight operations, with potential for significant temperature and wind variations throughout the year. The airport's two long runways (18L/36R at 9,000 feet and 18R/36L at 12,248 feet) provide excellent operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types under changing meteorological conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and wind shifts typical of the region's topographical landscape.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning in the Texas Hill Country introduces specific terrain considerations for approach and departure procedures. Both runways are oriented in a north-south configuration (18/36 headings), which aligns well with predominant regional wind patterns. The substantial runway lengths accommodate a wide range of aircraft, from regional commuters to large international transport aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will typically depend on current wind direction and speed, with the parallel runway configuration allowing for efficient traffic management. The 18R/36L runway, being the longer of the two at 12,248 feet, provides optimal landing and takeoff capabilities for larger aircraft. Pilots should maintain awareness of potential thermal and wind gradient effects characteristic of the central Texas environment during approach and departure phases.

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.