Southeast Iowa Regional Airport

KBRL / BRL

Burlington, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
20:45Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
7 kt
30°
--
Visibility
300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KBRL 042045Z AUTO 03007KT 3/4SM BR OVC003 06/05 A3003 RMK AO2 CIG 002V005 T00560050

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 698 ft
OVC 300 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
998 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (698 ft)
Pressure Alt
586 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -326 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBRL 041727Z 0418/0518 07007KT 1SM BR OVC004 FM042000 05005KT 2SM BR OVC005 FM050500 04004KT 1 1/2SM BR OVC005 PROB30 0507/0512 1SM -SHRA BR OVC003 FM051200 32004KT 2SM BR OVC005
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:54Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 70° 7 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
05:00Z FM050500
+9h
IFR 40° 4 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
07:00Z PROB30
+11h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BRL
12
30
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 5,350 ft 100 ft CON 119°
0.1 kt 7.0 kt
89° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
6,702 ft 150 ft PEM 179°
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBRL

4,774 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.1%
MVFR
16.3%
IFR
6.7%
LIFR
3.8%

Southeast Iowa Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 9.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.4%
NE
8.1%
E
7.9%
SE
7.8%
S
14.3%
SW
12%
W
8.8%
NW
18.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.7°C
Range: -23°C to 36°C
-23°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

October September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 4,774 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Southeast Iowa Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBRL
IATA Code: BRL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 698 ft MSL

Location

City: Burlington
Country: US
Latitude: 40.783199°
Longitude: -91.125504°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 5,350 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 6,702 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Southeast Iowa Regional Airport

Overview

Southeast Iowa Regional Airport serves the Burlington metropolitan area in southeastern Iowa, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Located at an elevation of 698 feet MSL, the airport offers two substantial runways accommodating various aircraft types and operational needs. Its strategic position and medium-sized facility make it an important transportation hub for commercial, general aviation, and potential regional connectivity.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 71.2% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Northwest winds prevail at an average of 7.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature ranges from -23°C to 36°C suggest significant seasonal variation, while average visibility remains excellent at 9 statute miles, with only 3% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles.

Notable Features

Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage for their respective orientations. Runway 12/30 measures 5,350 feet of concrete surface, while Runway 18/36 provides a longer 6,702-foot paved option. The airport experiences calm wind conditions 10.8% of the time, which pilots should consider during planning and approach strategies.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Average crosswind components remain minimal at 4.6-4.7 knots across both runways, providing predictable landing and takeoff environments. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during the 4.8% of observations with fog, and be prepared for IFR conditions during approximately 11.6% of recorded weather events.

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.