Derby Field

KLOL / LOL

Lovelock, US

Last Updated
Apr 30, 09:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
09:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLOL 300953Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM OVC100 09/M02 A3007 RMK AO2 SLP161 T00941022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,904 ft
OVC 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,904 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Derby Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 10,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
888 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,904 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,762 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,979 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.8°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LOL
01
19
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 5,529 ft 75 ft ASP 30°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
30° angle
07/25 4,922 ft 75 ft ASP 90°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLOL

5,653 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.3%
MVFR
3.3%
IFR
1.8%
LIFR
1.6%

Derby Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Calm conditions occur 31.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 31.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.9%
NE
11.6%
E
8.5%
SE
5.4%
S
9.5%
SW
8.4%
W
9.6%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.4°C
Range: -14°C to 31°C
-14°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,653 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Derby Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLOL
IATA Code: LOL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,904 ft MSL

Location

City: Lovelock
Country: US
Latitude: 40.066399°
Longitude: -118.565002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,529 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 4,922 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Derby Field

Overview

Derby Field serves Lovelock, Nevada, situated in a high desert environment at 3,904 feet mean sea level. As a medium airport with two asphalt runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for central Nevada, supporting regional transportation and general aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Derby Field is predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 93.4% of observations supporting clear conditions. Temperature ranges widely from -12°C to 31°C, with an average of 7.2°C, indicating significant seasonal temperature variations. Winds predominantly originate from the northeast at an average of 6.2 knots, with calm conditions occurring 34.6% of the time.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 40.066399, -118.565002, Derby Field sits in a high desert terrain characteristic of western Nevada. The airport features two asphalt runways: 01/19 at 5,529 feet and 07/25 at 4,922 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 9.8 statute miles, with minimal low visibility events. September, October, and December represent the most consistent VFR months. The dual runway configuration allows for optimal wind-aligned approaches, with average crosswind components of 3.6 knots on 01/19 and 3.9 knots on 07/25, facilitating smooth landings across most wind conditions.

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
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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.