Tupelo Regional Airport

KTUP / TUP

Tupelo, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 00:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
00:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTUP 220053Z 00000KT 10SM CLR 20/12 A3020 RMK AO2 SLP223 T02000117 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tupelo Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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.

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
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (346 ft)
Pressure Alt
54 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 737 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KTUP 212327Z 2200/2224 22002KT P6SM BKN250 FM221600 20007KT P6SM SCT070 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:03Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 2 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TUP
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 6,500 ft 100 ft ASP 180°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KTUP

6,059 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.2%
MVFR
14.2%
IFR
7.6%
LIFR
3%

Tupelo Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 19% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 19%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.4%
NE
5.5%
E
3.6%
SE
5.1%
S
27.5%
SW
7.4%
W
3.5%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.2°C
Range: -11°C to 38°C
-11°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.3%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,059 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tupelo Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTUP
IATA Code: TUP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 346 ft MSL

Location

City: Tupelo
Country: US
Latitude: 34.268101°
Longitude: -88.769897°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tupelo Regional Airport

Overview

Tupelo Regional Airport serves the northeastern Mississippi region as a medium-sized airport situated at 346 feet above mean sea level. Located near the city of Tupelo, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions 74.6% of the time, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring 13.4% of observations. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -9°C to 38°C, with an average of 13.5°C. September, October, and November historically offer the most consistently favorable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (18/36) measuring 6,500 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind patterns are characterized by a prevailing southerly direction at an average of 6.3 knots, with calm conditions present 23.6% of the time. Maximum recorded wind speeds reach 22 knots, which pilots should consider during planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 demonstrates 100% wind favorability, with an average crosswind component of only 2.6 knots. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with rare instances of visibility below 3 miles (1.6% of observations) and occasional fog events (3.2% of reports). Pilots should anticipate generally stable approach 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
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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.