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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
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7,316 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 73° |
↑ 3.9 kt
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↔ 4.6 kt
50° angle
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Weather Statistics - KGUP
4,391 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Gallup Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 35.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, October.
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Statistics computed from 4,391 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Gallup Municipal Airport
Overview
Gallup Municipal Airport serves the city of Gallup in New Mexico, located at an elevation of 6,472 feet mean sea level. The airport features a single runway 06/24 measuring 7,316 feet in length with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting medium airport operations. Its high-altitude location in the southwestern United States provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Gallup Municipal Airport are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 90.8% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The airport experiences prevailing southwest winds at an average of 7.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature ranges from -16°C to 29°C, creating varied atmospheric conditions that pilots should carefully monitor during flight planning.
Notable Features
The airport's high elevation of 6,472 feet MSL significantly impacts aircraft performance and requires careful density altitude calculations. Pilots can expect calm wind conditions approximately 34% of the time, with crosswinds on runway 06/24 averaging just 2.8 knots. The geographical location provides consistent visibility, with an average of 9.8 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility.
Approach Considerations
Runway 06/24 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, making it consistently suitable for operations. October, September, and December offer the most stable VFR conditions for pilots. With minimal occurrences of instrument meteorological conditions (less than 10% MVFR and IFR combined), pilots can generally expect reliable visual approach conditions throughout the year.
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.
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