Idaho Falls Regional Airport

KIDA / IDA

Idaho Falls, US

Last Updated
Mar 7, 02:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
02:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KIDA 070253Z 00000KT 10SM CLR 01/M07 A3022 RMK AO2 SLP254 T00111072 51013
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
865 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,744 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,452 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,911 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KIDA 062320Z 0700/0724 34015KT P6SM SCT050 FM070200 04006KT P6SM FEW050 FM070900 23008KT P6SM FEW040 FEW160 FM071500 21015KT P6SM SCT020 BKN100 BKN120 FM071800 23015KT P6SM BKN020 OVC060
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM070900
+6h
VFR 230° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM071500
+12h
VFR 210° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IDA
02
20
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 9,002 ft 150 ft ASP 38°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
38° angle
17/35 4,051 ft 75 ft ASP 182°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
178° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KIDA

4,729 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.9%
MVFR
14.4%
IFR
6.6%
LIFR
4.2%

Idaho Falls Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 16.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.4%
NE
3.7%
E
1.6%
SE
2%
S
18.5%
SW
30%
W
4.3%
NW
4.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.4°C
Range: -18°C to 29°C
-18°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.3%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,729 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Idaho Falls Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KIDA
IATA Code: IDA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,744 ft MSL

Location

City: Idaho Falls
Country: US
Latitude: 43.514599°
Longitude: -112.070999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,051 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Idaho Falls Regional Airport

Overview

Idaho Falls Regional Airport serves the eastern Idaho region as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 4,744 feet MSL. Situated near the city of Idaho Falls, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for a high-altitude inland region with varied terrain and seasonal weather conditions. The airport features two paved runways capable of supporting a range of general aviation and regional aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data indicates predominantly favorable VFR conditions 77.3% of the time, with moderate visibility averaging 9.5 statute miles. Pilots can expect southwest prevailing winds at an average of 8.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -18°C to 29°C, requiring careful preflight planning and consideration of density altitude effects during summer months.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 4,744 feet MSL presents important performance considerations for aircraft operations. Runway 02/20 offers a substantial 9,002-foot length, providing ample space for diverse aircraft types. The 100% favorable wind alignment for both runways suggests flexible approach options, with minimal consistent crosswind challenges.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months, with optimal weather conditions. Runway selection can be effectively managed using prevailing southwest winds, with average crosswind components of 2.8 knots on runway 02/20 and 5 knots on runway 17/35. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions during winter months, when IFR and LIFR conditions occur approximately 10.3% of the time.

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.