Kenosha Regional Airport

KENW / ENW

Kenosha, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 21:17Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
21:17Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
15 kt
170° G29 kt
2.04 km
Visibility
3,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KENW 272117Z 17015G29KT 10SM -RA FEW009 BKN036 BKN055 21/19 A2972 RMK AO2 PK WND 14033/2054 WSHFT 2040 LTG DSNT SE AND S AND NW TSE2057 P0004 T02060194

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 742 ft
FEW 900 ft AGL
BKN 3,600 ft AGL
BKN 5,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,642 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,342 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,242 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Kenosha Regional Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,600 feet and 2.04 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 15 knots with gusts to 29 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component (gusting to 10 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 2.04 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 3600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 22 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Heavy Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 9 to 20 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
981 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (742 ft)
Pressure Alt
960 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,858 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KENW 271954Z 2720/2818 16014G24KT P6SM SCT010 BKN030 TEMPO 2720/2722 36020G35KT 1SM +TSRA OVC015CB FM272200 22012G20KT P6SM SCT030 BKN035 FM280200 27009KT P6SM FEW170 FM280400 33009KT P6SM SCT024 FM281700 02013KT P6SM FEW170
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 14 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
22:00Z FM272200
+1h
VFR 220° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
02:00Z FM280200
+5h
VFR 270° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
04:00Z FM280400
+7h
VFR 330° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ENW
07L
25R
07R
25L
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07L/25R 6,600 ft 100 ft CONC-G 64°
4.1 kt 14.4 kt
106° angle
07R/25L 3,302 ft 75 ft ASPH-CONC-F 64°
4.1 kt 14.4 kt
106° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
4,440 ft 100 ft CONC-G 144°
14.1 kt 5.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KENW

5,721 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.7%
MVFR
12.1%
IFR
5.5%
LIFR
1.7%

Kenosha Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 112 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 112 kt
Calm Winds: 6.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.4%
N
8.2%
S
8.8%
W
20.4%
NE
10%
NW
10.5%
SE
6.5%
SW
17%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.1°C
Range: -21°C to 35°C
-21°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 15.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

May September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 07L/25R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 07R/25L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,721 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kenosha Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KENW
IATA Code: ENW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 742 ft MSL

Location

City: Kenosha
Country: US
Latitude: 42.595699°
Longitude: -87.927803°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 07L/25R
Length: 6,600 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CONC-G
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 3,302 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASPH-CONC-F
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 4,440 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CONC-G
ILS: No

About Kenosha Regional Airport

Overview

Kenosha Regional Airport serves southeastern Wisconsin as a medium-sized airport located near the city of Kenosha. Situated at 742 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region with three concrete runways accommodating various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 77.7% of the time, with moderate visibility averaging 28.8 statute miles. Temperature ranges from -21°C to 31°C, with western winds prevailing at an average of 9.1 knots, creating generally stable flight conditions. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with different orientations, providing flexibility for wind conditions and aircraft types. Runway 07L/25R is the longest at 6,600 feet of concrete surface, offering substantial landing and takeoff options. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment with minimal average crosswind between 5-6.3 knots.

Approach Considerations

With consistent western prevailing winds, pilots can anticipate predictable approach conditions across all runways. The long primary runway (07L/25R) provides optimal landing opportunities, particularly during winds matching its orientation. Low IFR conditions occur infrequently at only 6.3% of observations, suggesting generally reliable visual approach potential.

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.