Huntsville Regional Airport

KUTS / HTV

Huntsville, US

Last Updated
Jul 26, 16:17Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
16:17Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
6 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KUTS 261617Z AUTO VRB06KT 10SM BKN027 BKN033 31/24 A3008 RMK AO1 T03110239

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 363 ft
BKN 2,700 ft AGL
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,063 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,663 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Huntsville Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,700 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 6 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture 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 22 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (363 ft)
Pressure Alt
191 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,198 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KUTS 261417Z 2614/2712 20004KT P6SM FEW007 BKN012 FM261500 21007KT P6SM SCT025 SCT250 FM261800 18007KT P6SM SCT045 SCT250 FM270100 17005KT P6SM FEW250 FM270900 20006KT P6SM FEW012 FEW250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
18:00Z FM261800
+2h
VFR 180° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
01:00Z FM270100
+9h
VFR 170° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UTS
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 5,006 ft 100 ft ASP 185° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KUTS

9,226 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68%
MVFR
19.2%
IFR
8%
LIFR
4.7%

Huntsville Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 10.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.2%
N
12.3%
S
39.7%
W
2.1%
NE
8.7%
NW
2.2%
SE
9.5%
SW
8.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.7°C
Range: -6°C to 39°C
-6°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.5%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 9,226 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Huntsville Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KUTS
IATA Code: HTV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 363 ft MSL

Location

City: Huntsville
Country: US
Latitude: 30.746901°
Longitude: -95.587196°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 5,006 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Huntsville Regional Airport

Overview

Huntsville Regional Airport serves the Huntsville area in Texas, positioned at 30.746901, -95.587196 with an elevation of 363 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local region, featuring a single runway 18/36 measuring 5,006 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KUTS demonstrate predominantly visual flight rules (VFR) operations, with 69.9% of observations under VFR and only 14.9% of time spent in marginal or instrument conditions. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 36°C, with an average of 19°C, suggesting significant seasonal variation. September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions, with average visibility around 9.1 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's wind patterns are characterized by a southerly prevailing wind at 180 degrees, with an average speed of 6.8 knots and occasional gusts up to 21 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 14.3% of the time. The single runway (18/36) demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind component of just 2.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect relatively stable approach conditions with good wind predictability on runway 18/36. Low-visibility events are infrequent, with fog occurring only 3.2% of the time and observations below 3 statute miles happening in just 2% of reports. The consistent wind profile and long runway provide reliable approach and landing opportunities across most meteorological 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

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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.