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Weather Briefing
VFRBottineau Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,200 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 5 knots with gusts to 14 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component (gusting to 2 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 4200 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of -6°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
|
2,000 ft | 150 ft | GRS | 33° |
↑ 4.9 kt
•
↔ 0.9 kt
10° angle
|
| 13/31 | 3,701 ft | 60 ft | ASP | 135° |
↓ 2.1 kt
•
↔ 4.5 kt
115° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KD09
14,861 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Bottineau Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 10.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperature extremes range from -35°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, April, September.
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Statistics computed from 14,861 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Bottineau Municipal Airport
Bottineau Municipal Airport (KD09) is located in Bottineau, US at an elevation of 1,681 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (03/21, 13/31), with the longest at 3,701 feet.
Weather Profile
With VFR conditions only 67.5% of the time based on 14,861 observations, KD09 requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 13.7% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KD09 come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 10.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 45 knots. Runway 13/31 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are November, April, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -35°C (-31°F) to 30°C (86°F), averaging -2.5°C (28°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.99 to 30.8 inHg (982-1043 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 14,861 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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