Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field

KEVW / EVW

Evanston, US

Last Updated
Apr 23, 17:02Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
17:02Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
15 kt
240°
10 SM
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KEVW 231702Z AUTO 24015KT 10SM BKN016 BKN022 OVC041 02/M01 A2999 RMK AO2 T00171011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7,143 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
OVC 4,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,743 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,343 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,243 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,100 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 15 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Light Showers Snow, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Snow, Mist between 15:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
778 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,143 ft)
Pressure Alt
7,061 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,215 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KEVW 231131Z 2312/2412 22013G26KT 2SM -SHSN BR BKN010 OVC020 FM231500 22013G26KT P6SM SCT020 BKN035 PROB30 2315/2318 4SM -SHSN BR BKN015 OVC025 FM231800 24015G28KT P6SM SCT030 BKN050 FM240300 25010KT P6SM BKN060
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:43Z BASE
+0h
IFR 220° 13 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Light Showers Snow, Mist
18:00Z FM231800
+1h
VFR 240° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
03:00Z FM240300
+10h
VFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EVW
05
23 ✈️
05R
23L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
7,300 ft 100 ft ASP 66°
14.8 kt 2.6 kt
10° angle
✈️ 05R/23L
Active: 23L
7,300 ft 100 ft ASP 66°
14.8 kt 2.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KEVW

6,876 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.9%
MVFR
11.8%
IFR
6%
LIFR
4.4%

Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field typically experiences VFR conditions 77.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 10 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 10 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 5.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.1%
NE
1.4%
E
5.5%
SE
3.8%
S
11.8%
SW
43.5%
W
19.3%
NW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.4°C
Range: -16°C to 26°C
-16°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 5.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 05R/23L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,876 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KEVW
IATA Code: EVW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7,143 ft MSL

Location

City: Evanston
Country: US
Latitude: 41.274799°
Longitude: -111.035004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 7,300 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05R/23L
Length: 7,300 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field

Overview

Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field serves the Evanston area in Wyoming, situated at a high elevation of 7,143 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport features two parallel runways (05/23 and 05R/23L), each 7,300 feet long with an asphalt surface. The airport's strategic location provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and emergency service needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 80.8% of observations reporting VFR weather. The airport experiences significant seasonal temperature variation, ranging from -15°C to 26°C, with an average temperature of 3.3°C. Wind patterns are primarily southwestern, averaging 9.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 39 knots and calm conditions occurring 6.4% of the time.

Notable Features

The high elevation of 7,143 feet MSL presents performance considerations for aircraft operations, particularly during warmer temperatures. Visibility is generally excellent, with an average of 9.5 statute miles, though fog can occur in 4.5% of observations. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced performance and increased density altitude effects, especially during summer months.

Approach Considerations

Both runways 05/23 and 05R/23L offer 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal average crosswind at 3.4 knots. September, October, and November provide the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges during winter months, when IFR and LIFR conditions combine to account for nearly 9% of observations.

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.