Provo-Utah Lake International Airport

KPVU / PVU

Provo, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 22:11Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
22:11Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
15 kt
300°
10 SM
Visibility
6,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KPVU 272211Z 30015KT 10SM -RA FEW030 BKN065 OVC110 31/17 A3003 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT NW RAB07 P0000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,497 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 6,500 ft AGL
OVC 11,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,497 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,997 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,497 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Provo-Utah Lake International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 11,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 15 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 6500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 20 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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: 7,384 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +25.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KPVU 272221Z 2722/2818 29012KT P6SM SCT080 BKN120 TEMPO 2722/2802 VRB10G20KT -TSRA BKN080CB FM280600 VRB04KT P6SM BKN120
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
06:00Z FM280600
+8h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft

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°
14.8 kt 2.6 kt
10° angle
18/36 6,614 ft 150 ft ASP 191°
4.9 kt 14.2 kt
109° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPVU

7,842 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.2%
MVFR
4.9%
IFR
1.8%
LIFR
1.1%

Provo-Utah Lake International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, June, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 18.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.7%
N
7.6%
S
11.7%
W
12.2%
NE
2.9%
NW
15.5%
SE
15.6%
SW
7.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.7°C
Range: -9°C to 41°C
-9°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

October June July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,842 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.