Provo-Utah Lake International Airport

KPVU / PVU

Provo, US

Last Updated
Apr 23, 16:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
16:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
7 kt
330°
10 SM
Visibility
7,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPVU 231656Z 33007KT 10SM OVC075 09/M01 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP162 T00941011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,497 ft
OVC 7,500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,997 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Provo-Utah Lake International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 7 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 7500 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 14:00Z and 18:00Z.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
867 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,497 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,385 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,744 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KPVU 231131Z 2312/2412 VRB05KT P6SM SCT050 BKN080 PROB30 2314/2318 -SHRA BKN050 OVC070 FM231800 32010KT P6SM SCT050 BKN080 FM240400 VRB05KT P6SM FEW080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
18:00Z FM231800
+1h
VFR 320° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
04:00Z FM240400
+11h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PVU
13
31 ✈️
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
8,599 ft 150 ft ASP 145°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
18/36 6,614 ft 150 ft ASP 191°
5.3 kt 4.6 kt
139° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPVU

5,514 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.3%
MVFR
5.8%
IFR
1.9%
LIFR
1%

Provo-Utah Lake International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 22% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 22%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.1%
NE
3%
E
8.7%
SE
14.6%
S
11.4%
SW
7.1%
W
11.4%
NW
14.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 8°C
Range: -9°C to 33°C
-9°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.5%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

October September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,514 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Provo-Utah Lake International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPVU
IATA Code: PVU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,497 ft MSL

Location

City: Provo
Country: US
Latitude: 40.219200°
Longitude: -111.723000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 8,599 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 6,614 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Provo-Utah Lake International Airport

Overview

Provo-Utah Lake International Airport serves the Provo metropolitan area in Utah, situated at an elevation of 4,497 feet MSL. The airport features two asphalt runways that can accommodate a variety of aircraft operations, with Runway 13/31 providing a substantial 8,599-foot length and Runway 18/36 offering 6,614 feet of pavement.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KPVU demonstrate excellent overall VFR flying opportunities, with 91.8% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences predominantly southeast winds averaging 6.5 knots, with a temperature range from -7°C to 33°C. Pilots can expect particularly favorable VFR conditions during September, October, and December.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 4,497 feet MSL requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components of 3.1 knots for Runway 13/31 and 4 knots for Runway 18/36. Excellent average visibility of 9.7 statute miles supports consistent visual operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate southeast winds when planning approaches, as the prevailing wind direction is 135 degrees. The substantial runway lengths provide flexibility for various aircraft types, with Runway 13/31 offering particular advantages for longer aircraft. Calm wind conditions occur in 22.6% of observations, further enhancing operational predictability.

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.