Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport

KLBX / LJN

Angleton, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
13:53Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
4 kt
130°
6 SM
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLBX 041353Z AUTO 13004KT 6SM BR OVC008 21/21 A3009 RMK AO1 CIG 005V011 SLP189 T02110206

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 25 ft
OVC 800 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
825 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (25 ft)
Pressure Alt
-148 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 578 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KLBX 041423Z 0414/0512 13004KT 6SM BR OVC008 FM041500 15010KT P6SM BKN015 BKN025 FM042100 15012KT P6SM BKN035 BKN050 FM050300 14008KT P6SM BKN007 BKN015 FM050800 16006KT 4SM BR BKN003 OVC007
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:44Z BASE
+0h
IFR 130° 4 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist
15:00Z FM041500
+1h
MVFR 150° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
21:00Z FM042100
+7h
VFR 150° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LBX
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
7,000 ft 100 ft ASP 180°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLBX

5,610 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.4%
MVFR
15%
IFR
7.2%
LIFR
5.4%

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 4.7% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 25.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.7%
NE
4.9%
E
8.7%
SE
10.4%
S
25.1%
SW
4.6%
W
0.7%
NW
2.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.6°C
Range: -5°C to 33°C
-5°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.7%
Fog Frequency: 12.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,610 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLBX
IATA Code: LJN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 25 ft MSL

Location

City: Angleton
Country: US
Latitude: 29.108601°
Longitude: -95.462097°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport

Overview

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport serves the Angleton area, situated at 25 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 29.108601, -95.462097. The airport features a single runway (17/35) measuring 7,000 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting medium airport operations in a coastal Texas environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather at this airport predominantly supports Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 76.2% of observations in VFR and 13.8% in Marginal VFR. Pilots can expect significant seasonal variations, with temperatures ranging from -3°C to 33°C and an average of 20°C. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, though fog occurs in 12.8% of observations and visibility can drop below 3 miles in 4.5% of cases.

Notable Features

The airport experiences consistent southern winds, with prevailing winds from 180 degrees at an average of 7.1 knots and occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 27.5% of observations, providing relatively stable atmospheric conditions for pilots. The coastal location likely influences wind patterns and weather variability.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots. September, October, and November represent the best months for VFR flying, characterized by the most stable weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential fog and prepare for occasional reduced visibility, particularly during transitional seasons.

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.