Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field

KEVW / EVW

Evanston, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 21:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
21:53Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
17 kt
240° G28 kt
2.111 km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KEVW 272153Z AUTO 24017G28KT 10SM BKN090 OVC110 24/08 A3030 RMK AO2 PK WND 24032/2140 WSHFT 2111 LTG DSNT SW SLP145 T02440083

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7,143 ft
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
OVC 11,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,143 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,143 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 11,000 feet and 2.111 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 17 knots with gusts to 28 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 5 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 2.111 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 21 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 02:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions.

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

QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
788 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,143 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,761 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 9,555 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +23.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KEVW 272058Z 2721/2818 16012G20KT P6SM SCT080 BKN120 FM272200 24010G20KT P6SM SCT080 BKN120 FM280200 12006KT P6SM SCT080 BKN120 PROB30 2802/2806 VRB10G25KT -TSRA BKN080CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
02:00Z FM280200
+4h
VFR 120° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
02:00Z PROB30
+4h
MVFR VRB 10 kt
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EVW
05
23 ✈️
05R
23L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
7,300 ft 100 ft ASP 66°
16.7 kt 3.0 kt
10° angle
✈️ 05R/23L
Active: 23L
7,300 ft 100 ft ASP 66°
16.7 kt 3.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KEVW

9,576 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.5%
MVFR
10.5%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
4.1%

Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field typically experiences VFR conditions 79.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 9.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 5.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.7%
N
6.6%
S
12.1%
W
19.9%
NE
1.9%
NW
3.4%
SE
5.3%
SW
37.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.1°C
Range: -16°C to 33°C
-16°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.6%
Fog Frequency: 4.9%

Best Months for VFR

June September July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 05R/23L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 9,576 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KEVW
IATA Code: EVW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7,143 ft MSL

Location

City: Evanston
Country: US
Latitude: 41.274799°
Longitude: -111.035004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 7,300 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05R/23L
Length: 7,300 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field

Overview

Evanston-Uinta County Airport-Burns Field serves the Evanston area in Wyoming, situated at a high elevation of 7,143 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport features two parallel runways (05/23 and 05R/23L), each 7,300 feet long with an asphalt surface. The airport's strategic location provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and emergency service needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 80.8% of observations reporting VFR weather. The airport experiences significant seasonal temperature variation, ranging from -15°C to 26°C, with an average temperature of 3.3°C. Wind patterns are primarily southwestern, averaging 9.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 39 knots and calm conditions occurring 6.4% of the time.

Notable Features

The high elevation of 7,143 feet MSL presents performance considerations for aircraft operations, particularly during warmer temperatures. Visibility is generally excellent, with an average of 9.5 statute miles, though fog can occur in 4.5% of observations. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced performance and increased density altitude effects, especially during summer months.

Approach Considerations

Both runways 05/23 and 05R/23L offer 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal average crosswind at 3.4 knots. September, October, and November provide the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges during winter months, when IFR and LIFR conditions combine to account for nearly 9% of observations.

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

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.