Huntsville Regional Airport

KUTS / HTV

Huntsville, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 12:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
12:53Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
10 kt
160°
8 SM
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KUTS 041253Z AUTO 16010KT 8SM OVC011 21/19 A3007 RMK AO1 CIG 009V014 SLP178 T02060189

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 363 ft
OVC 1,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,463 ft AMSL
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (363 ft)
Pressure Alt
221 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,028 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KUTS 041120Z 0412/0512 16008KT P6SM SCT015 BKN025 FM041700 17009KT P6SM FEW015 BKN025 FM041900 17010G20KT P6SM BKN035 BKN050 PROB30 0419/0422 -TSRA BKN035CB FM050100 16008KT P6SM SCT015 BKN025 FM050600 17009KT P6SM BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:11Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 160° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
17:00Z FM041700
+4h
MVFR 170° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
19:00Z FM041900
+6h
VFR 170° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
19:00Z PROB30
+6h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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
Active: 18
5,006 ft 100 ft ASP 185°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KUTS

4,619 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
8.5%
LIFR
6%

Huntsville Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 13.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.3%
NE
9.4%
E
5.7%
SE
6.6%
S
33.9%
SW
9.3%
W
2.2%
NW
3.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.7°C
Range: -6°C to 36°C
-6°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,619 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.