Catalina Airport

KAVX / AVX

Avalon, US

Last Updated
Apr 30, 04:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
04:51Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
3 kt
290°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KAVX 300451Z AUTO 29003KT 10SM CLR 14/06 A3002 RMK AO2 SLP156 T01390056

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
964 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,602 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,490 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,754 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.2°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVX
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
3,000 ft 60 ft ASP 54°
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KAVX

6,369 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71%
MVFR
9.5%
IFR
7.6%
LIFR
11.9%

Catalina Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.3% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 32°C with an average of 15.7°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 4.4% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 10.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.1%
NE
5.5%
E
8.2%
SE
6.8%
S
6.6%
SW
16.6%
W
29.2%
NW
10.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.7°C
Range: 7°C to 32°C
7°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.4%
Fog Frequency: 11.3%

Best Months for VFR

March December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 6,369 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Catalina Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAVX
IATA Code: AVX
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,602 ft MSL

Location

City: Avalon
Country: US
Latitude: 33.404900°
Longitude: -118.416000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Catalina Airport

Catalina Airport (KAVX/AVX) is located in Avalon, US at an elevation of 1,602 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (04/22), with the longest at 3,000 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 6,369 weather observations shows KAVX maintains VFR conditions 71% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 9.5% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 19.5% of reports. Fog affects the airport in approximately 11.3% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 4.4% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at KAVX come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 7.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 32 knots. Runway 04/22 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, December, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 7°C (45°F) to 32°C (90°F), averaging 15.7°C (60°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.72 to 30.42 inHg (1006-1030 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 6,369 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.