Dodge City Regional Airport

KDDC / DDC

Dodge City, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:52Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
17:52Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
22 kt
170° G30 kt
9 SM
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KDDC 221752Z AUTO 17022G30KT 9SM OVC027 22/14 A2987 RMK AO2 PK WND 17030/1745 SLP095 T02170139 10217 20150 58017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,594 ft
OVC 2,700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,294 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Dodge City Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,700 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 22 knots with gusts to 30 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 19-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component (gusting to 15 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Winds are forecast to reach up to 23 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 10 to 23 knots.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations.

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
926 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,594 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,632 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,095 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KDDC 221726Z 2218/2318 18018G30KT P6SM OVC019 FM222100 16023G35KT P6SM BKN250 FM230700 18019G28KT P6SM BKN250 FM231000 27010KT P6SM SCT015 FM231400 35015G25KT P6SM SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:15Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 180° 18 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,900 ft
21:00Z FM222100
+3h
VFR 160° 23 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DDC
02
20
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 4,649 ft 100 ft ASP 32°
16.3 kt 14.7 kt
138° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
6,899 ft 100 ft ASP 154°
19.1 kt 11.0 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 - KDDC

5,940 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.7%
MVFR
10.7%
IFR
5.3%
LIFR
6.3%

Dodge City Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.8%
NE
9.3%
E
4.7%
SE
8.5%
S
25.1%
SW
12.9%
W
7.5%
NW
9.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 9°C
Range: -22°C to 34°C
-22°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 7.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

April February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,940 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dodge City Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDDC
IATA Code: DDC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,594 ft MSL

Location

City: Dodge City
Country: US
Latitude: 37.763401°
Longitude: -99.965599°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 4,649 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 6,899 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dodge City Regional Airport

Overview

Dodge City Regional Airport serves as a key transportation hub in southwestern Kansas, located in the heart of the Great Plains region. The airport provides medium-sized airport capabilities with two well-maintained asphalt runways supporting various aviation operations. Its strategic location offers critical access to the rural western Kansas transportation network.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 76.1% of the time, with moderate likelihood of MVFR conditions. The airport experiences significant temperature variation from -19°C to 34°C, creating potential density altitude considerations during summer months. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 9.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots that pilots must account for during approach and landing.

Notable Features

Situated at an elevation of 2,594 feet MSL, Dodge City Regional Airport presents a relatively stable geographic environment for aviation operations. The airport features two runways - 02/20 at 4,649 feet and 14/32 at 6,899 feet - providing flexible operational capabilities for different aircraft types. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, which supports consistent and predictable landing conditions.

Approach Considerations

With consistent southerly winds averaging 9.5 knots, pilots should anticipate minimal crosswind challenges during landings. Runway 14/32 offers the longest surface at 6,899 feet, providing ample length for most aircraft types. Average visibility of 7.5 statute miles and low fog occurrence (2.3%) generally support stable approach conditions, with January, December, and September presenting the most favorable VFR flying weather.

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
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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.