Seattle Paine Field International Airport

KPAE / PAE

Everett, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 14:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
14:53Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
5 kt
120°
4 SM
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPAE 041453Z 12005KT 4SM -RA BR BKN005 OVC046 08/08 A2978 RMK AO2 RAB25 SLP085 P0004 60017 T00830078 58010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 606 ft
BKN 500 ft AGL
OVC 4,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,106 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,206 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (606 ft)
Pressure Alt
764 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 69 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPAE 041128Z 0412/0512 17009KT P6SM -SHRA SCT030 BKN040 OVC070 FM041800 VRB06KT P6SM -SHRA SCT025 BKN040 FM050100 29008KT P6SM -SHRA BKN050 FM050700 31005KT P6SM VCSH BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 170° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
18:00Z FM041800
+3h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
01:00Z FM050100
+10h
VFR 290° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PAE
11 ✈️
29
16L
34R
16R
34L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
4,514 ft 75 ft ASP 134°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
16L/34R 3,000 ft 75 ft ASP 180°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
16R/34L 9,010 ft 150 ft ASP 179°
2.6 kt 4.3 kt
59° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPAE

5,548 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.1%
MVFR
19.7%
IFR
11.2%
LIFR
10%

Seattle Paine Field International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 13.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
22.6%
NE
2%
E
7.2%
SE
15.2%
S
31.7%
SW
2.7%
W
2.2%
NW
3.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.2°C
Range: -4°C to 31°C
-4°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 4%
Fog Frequency: 7.5%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 16L/34R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt
Runway 16R/34L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,548 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Seattle Paine Field International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPAE
IATA Code: PAE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 606 ft MSL

Location

City: Everett
Country: US
Latitude: 47.906300°
Longitude: -122.281998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 4,514 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16L/34R
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16R/34L
Length: 9,010 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Seattle Paine Field International Airport

Overview

Seattle Paine Field International Airport serves the Everett metropolitan area in Washington State, situated at 606 feet above mean sea level. The airport supports medium-level aviation operations with three paved runways, strategically located near Boeing's major manufacturing facilities. Its geographic coordinates (47.906300, -122.281998) position it in a region with diverse aviation and industrial infrastructure.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 57.6% of observations indicating clear weather. Seasonal temperature ranges from -2°C to 31°C, with an average of 8.7°C, presenting moderate climatic variations. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 7.9 knots, with calm conditions occurring 14.1% of the time and maximum gusts reaching 31 knots.

Notable Features

Paine Field features three runways with different lengths: 11/29 at 4,514 feet, 16L/34R at 3,000 feet, and 16R/34L at 9,010 feet. All runways are paved and offer 100% favorable wind alignment. Visibility averages 9 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions including 8.5% fog occurrence and 4.8% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate September, October, and January as optimal VFR months with most predictable conditions. Crosswind variations are relatively mild, with 11/29 runway experiencing an average 6.1-knot crosswind, while 16L/34R and 16R/34L runways show minimal 2.6-knot crosswind averages. The comprehensive runway configuration provides flexible approach options under various 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
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.