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Weather Briefing
VFRAshe County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 11 knots with gusts to 17 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component (gusting to 6 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,300 ft, scattered at 2,900 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
|
5,002 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 89° |
↑ 10.3 kt
•
↔ 3.8 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KGEV
17,324 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Ashe County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Calm conditions occur 27.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.
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Statistics computed from 17,324 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Ashe County Airport
Ashe County Airport (KGEV) is located in Jefferson, US at an elevation of 3,180 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (10/28), with the longest at 5,002 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 17,324 weather observations shows KGEV maintains VFR conditions 76.4% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 14.8% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 8.8% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KGEV come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 8.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 40 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (27.7% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 10/28 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are April, September, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -16°C (3°F) to 27°C (81°F), averaging 8.6°C (47°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.44 to 30.54 inHg (997-1034 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 17,324 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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