Palm Springs International Airport

KPSP / PSP

Palm Springs, US

Last Updated
Mar 7, 03:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
03:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -9°C
4 kt
350°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPSP 070353Z 35004KT 10SM CLR 19/M09 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP172 T01941094 $
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (477 ft)
Pressure Alt
365 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 959 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KPSP 062339Z 0700/0724 VRB05KT P6SM SCT250 FM070300 33007KT P6SM SCT250 FM071200 34018G28KT P6SM SKC FM071600 02010G21KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z FM071200
+8h
VFR 340° 18 kt
Visibility: >6SM
16:00Z FM071600
+12h
VFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PSP
13L
31R ✈️
13R
31L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13L/31R
Active: 31R
4,952 ft 75 ft ASP 143°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
✈️ 13R/31L
Active: 31L
10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 143°
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 - KPSP

4,195 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.8%
MVFR
2.6%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.3%

Palm Springs International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 25.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.9%
NE
1.9%
E
4.8%
SE
4.4%
S
2.8%
SW
3.7%
W
10.2%
NW
31.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 21°C
Range: 5°C to 41°C
5°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 9.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.2%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13L/31R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt
Runway 13R/31L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 4,195 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Palm Springs International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPSP
IATA Code: PSP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 477 ft MSL

Location

City: Palm Springs
Country: US
Latitude: 33.829700°
Longitude: -116.507004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 13L/31R
Length: 4,952 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13R/31L
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Palm Springs International Airport

Overview

Palm Springs International Airport serves the Coachella Valley region in Southern California, located in a desert environment near Palm Springs. As a medium-sized airport with two substantial runways, it supports commercial, general aviation, and charter operations in a region known for its tourism and recreational activities.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences exceptionally stable VFR conditions, with 95.1% of observations in visual flight rules. Winds predominantly come from the northwest at an average of 6.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature variation is significant, ranging from 8°C to 41°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations.

Notable Features

Situated at 477 feet mean sea level, Palm Springs International has two parallel asphalt runways with substantial lengths: 13R/31L at 10,000 feet and 13L/31R at 4,952 feet. Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 2.5 knots, providing predictable landing and takeoff environments.

Approach Considerations

October through November offer the most consistent flying conditions, characterized by stable weather and minimal meteorological disruptions. With exceptional visibility averaging 9.8 statute miles and extremely low occurrence of reduced visibility (only 0.3% below 3SM), pilots can expect reliable approach conditions. The parallel runway configuration allows flexible operational planning based on aircraft type and current 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.