Bryce Canyon Airport

KBCE / BCE

Bryce Canyon, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 05:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
05:53Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
-3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
5 kt
160°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBCE 050553Z AUTO 16005KT 10SM CLR M03/M07 A2994 RMK AO2 SLP093 T10331067 10106 21050 58006
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
761 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,590 ft)
Pressure Alt
7,568 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,230 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.8°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BCE
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
7,395 ft 75 ft ASP 46°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBCE

4,833 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.4%
MVFR
9.6%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
4.8%

Bryce Canyon Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 11.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.4%
NE
3.7%
E
1.7%
SE
19.5%
S
11.4%
SW
9.4%
W
25%
NW
11.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 2°C
Range: -28°C to 24°C
-28°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.8%
Fog Frequency: 4.2%

Best Months for VFR

September March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 4,833 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bryce Canyon Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBCE
IATA Code: BCE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7,590 ft MSL

Location

City: Bryce Canyon
Country: US
Latitude: 37.706402°
Longitude: -112.144997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,395 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bryce Canyon Airport

Overview

Bryce Canyon Airport serves the Bryce Canyon region in southwestern Utah, positioned at a significant elevation of 7,590 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport provides critical access to the scenic national park area and supports regional aviation needs in a high-altitude mountain environment.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 79.3% of observations reporting VFR weather. Temperature ranges from -16°C to 24°C create variable conditions, while wind patterns demonstrate a western prevailing direction at an average of 7.7 knots with occasional gusts up to 26 knots. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, though 4.6% of observations include fog conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 7,590 feet presents significant performance considerations for aircraft operations. Runway 03/21 spans 7,395 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating various aircraft types. The surrounding terrain includes mountainous landscapes typical of southwestern Utah, which can generate complex local wind and thermal patterns.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of 5.8 knots. September, December, and October represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude challenges due to the airport's elevation and prepare aircraft performance calculations accordingly.

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.