Bend Municipal Airport

KBDN

Bend, US

Last Updated
Jun 24, 19:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
19:35Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
3 kt
Variable G15 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBDN 241935Z AUTO VRB03G15KT 10SM CLR 29/M03 A3005 RMK AO2

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots with gusts to 15 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of -3°C, indicating very dry 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 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
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
903 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,460 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,318 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,828 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KBDN 241720Z 2418/2518 36008KT P6SM FEW250 FM242100 35010G15KT P6SM FEW250 FM242300 34015G25KT P6SM SCT100 SCT150 BKN250 FM250500 31009KT P6SM SCT150 BKN250 FM250900 21006KT P6SM SCT150 BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM242100
+2h
VFR 350° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z FM242300
+4h
VFR 340° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
05:00Z FM250500
+10h
VFR 310° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BDN
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
16/34 5,200 ft 75 ft ASPH-E 180° 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 - KBDN

19,100 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.8%
MVFR
3.1%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
3.9%

Bend Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 25.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.3%
NE
1.8%
E
2.2%
SE
7.7%
S
17.3%
SW
20.6%
W
6.1%
NW
9%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.4°C
Range: -12°C to 33°C
-12°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.4%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

June September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 19,100 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bend Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBDN
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,460 ft MSL

Location

City: Bend
Country: US
Latitude: 44.094799°
Longitude: -121.200996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 5,200 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASPH-E
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Bend Municipal Airport

Bend Municipal Airport (KBDN) is located in Bend, US at an elevation of 3,460 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 5,200 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 19,100 weather observations, KBDN experiences excellent VFR conditions 91.8% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at KBDN come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 7.6 knots and recorded gusts up to 28 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (25.9% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 16/34 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are June, September, May, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -12°C (10°F) to 33°C (91°F), averaging 9.4°C (49°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.27 to 30.54 inHg (991-1034 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 19,100 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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.