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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
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5,004 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 187° |
↑ 1.9 kt
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↔ 10.8 kt
80° angle
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Weather Statistics - KUAO
5,184 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Aurora State Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, October.
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Statistics computed from 5,184 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Aurora State Airport
Overview
Aurora State Airport serves the metropolitan Portland area, located approximately 30 miles south of the city in the Willamette Valley. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical general aviation infrastructure for Marion and Clackamas counties, supporting both private and commercial light aircraft operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at KUAO demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying conditions, with 67.7% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperature ranges from -4°C to 33°C create varied flying environments, with September, October, and January offering the most consistent VFR weather. Wind patterns are primarily southerly at an average of 6.6 knots, with 37% of observations reporting calm conditions.
Notable Features
The airport sits at a modest 200 feet mean sea level, situated in a relatively flat valley terrain. Runway 17/35 offers a substantial 5,004-foot asphalt surface with consistently favorable wind alignment, experiencing an average crosswind of only 2.8 knots. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, with limited periods of reduced visibility affecting approximately 4.8% of observations.
Approach Considerations
Pilots should anticipate primarily southerly winds when planning approaches, with runway 17/35 demonstrating 100% favorable wind conditions. While instrument conditions occur in 16% of METAR observations, the airport maintains good overall accessibility. Careful attention to seasonal temperature variations and potential fog events (occurring in 6.7% of observations) is recommended during flight planning.
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