Las Vegas Municipal Airport

KLVS / LVS

Las Vegas, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 23:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -14°C
17 kt
210° G25 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLVS 042353Z AUTO 21017G25KT 10SM 14/M14 A2999 RMK AO2 PK WND 21027/2339 SLP098 T01441139 10189 20139 55004 $
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
787 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6,877 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,795 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 8,325 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.8°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LVS
02
20 ✈️
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
5,004 ft 75 ft ASP 35°
16.7 kt 3.0 kt
10° angle
14/32 8,198 ft 75 ft ASP 152°
9.0 kt 14.4 kt
58° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLVS

4,236 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.7%
MVFR
5.3%
IFR
3.1%
LIFR
2%

Las Vegas Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 6.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.3%
NE
9%
E
6.3%
SE
5.1%
S
33.1%
SW
13.2%
W
7.6%
NW
5.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 7°C
Range: -13°C to 27°C
-13°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

March February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 4,236 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Las Vegas Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLVS
IATA Code: LVS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,877 ft MSL

Location

City: Las Vegas
Country: US
Latitude: 35.654202°
Longitude: -105.141998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,004 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 8,198 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Las Vegas Municipal Airport

Overview

Las Vegas Municipal Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in the Las Vegas region at a high elevation of 6,877 feet mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 35.654202, -105.141998, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area. Its two runways offer substantial operational capacity with lengths of 5,004 feet (02/20) and 8,198 feet (14/32), both constructed with asphalt surfaces.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 89.9% of recorded METARs reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences a notable temperature range from -13°C to 27°C, with an average temperature of 7.8°C. Wind patterns are characterized by a southerly prevailing direction at an average of 9.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots and calm conditions occurring 6.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation of 6,877 feet MSL presents significant considerations for aircraft performance and density altitude effects. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 14/32 experiencing a slightly higher average crosswind of 6.4 knots compared to Runway 02/20's 4.3 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 9.8 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note the most consistent VFR conditions occur during winter months, specifically January, December, and November. The dual runway configuration provides flexibility for approaches, with both runways offering favorable wind conditions. Approach planning should consider the high elevation and potential temperature variations that could impact aircraft performance, particularly during extreme temperature periods.

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.