Paso Robles Municipal Airport

KPRB / PRB

Paso Robles, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 11:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
11:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
5 kt
40°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPRB 101153Z AUTO 04005KT 10SM CLR 12/09 A2995 RMK AO2 SLP136 T01170094 10183 20117 58001

Weather Briefing

VFR

Paso Robles Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 5 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (840 ft)
Pressure Alt
818 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 660 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KPRB 101157Z 1012/1112 VRB03KT P6SM SKC FM101700 36008KT P6SM SKC FM110100 28010KT P6SM SKC FM110700 VRB03KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:14Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z FM101700
+5h
VFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PRB
01 ✈️
19
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
6,009 ft 150 ft ASP 28°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
13/31 4,700 ft 100 ft ASP 143°
1.1 kt 4.9 kt
103° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPRB

6,988 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.7%
MVFR
9.4%
IFR
4%
LIFR
6.9%

Paso Robles Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 31.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 31.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
13%
N
6%
S
11.6%
W
4.9%
NE
4.6%
NW
14.6%
SE
5.6%
SW
8.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.8°C
Range: -3°C to 37°C
-3°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 5.2%

Best Months for VFR

March June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 6,988 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Paso Robles Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPRB
IATA Code: PRB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 840 ft MSL

Location

City: Paso Robles
Country: US
Latitude: 35.672901°
Longitude: -120.626999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 6,009 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 4,700 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Paso Robles Municipal Airport

Overview

Paso Robles Municipal Airport serves the Central California region, situated at 840 feet elevation in San Luis Obispo County. The airport features two asphalt runways supporting general aviation and regional transportation needs. Located at coordinates 35.672901, -120.626999, the airport provides critical infrastructure for pilots operating in the coastal California terrain.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KPRB demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying environments, with 76.7% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, predominantly from the east at an average of 6.1 knots, with calm conditions occurring 35% of the time. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 37°C, indicating significant seasonal variation that pilots should anticipate during flight planning.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runway configuration (01/19 and 13/31) provides operational flexibility across different wind conditions. Both runways offer substantial lengths - 6009 feet and 4700 feet respectively - accommodating a variety of aircraft types. The geographic location suggests potential for complex terrain interactions, particularly given the coastal California landscape.

Approach Considerations

Wind data indicates consistent favorable wind alignments for both runways, with an average crosswind of 3.7 knots. Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during January, October, and December, which statistically represent the best VFR months. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (only 2% below 3SM and 7.1% fog occurrence).

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

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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.