Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport

KLBX / LJN

Angleton, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
11 kt
140°
10 SM
Visibility
4,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLBX 102053Z AUTO 14011KT 10SM SCT033 BKN044 31/24 A2992 RMK AO1 SLP131 T03060239 58017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 25 ft
SCT 3,300 ft AGL
BKN 4,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,325 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,425 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,400 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 11 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 4400 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture 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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (25 ft)
Pressure Alt
33 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,959 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KLBX 101720Z 1018/1118 16012G20KT P6SM BKN040 FM110100 15007KT P6SM FEW020 BKN040 FM110800 16006KT P6SM SCT025 BKN035 FM111400 15010KT P6SM BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
01:00Z FM110100
+4h
VFR 150° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
08:00Z FM110800
+11h
VFR 160° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LBX
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
7,000 ft 100 ft ASP 180°
9.5 kt 5.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KLBX

9,116 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.4%
MVFR
21.8%
IFR
6.8%
LIFR
4%

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 21.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 21.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.8%
NE
6.1%
E
8.2%
SE
14%
S
29.4%
SW
3.4%
W
0.6%
NW
1.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.2°C
Range: -5°C to 33°C
-5°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.4%
Fog Frequency: 8.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,116 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLBX
IATA Code: LJN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 25 ft MSL

Location

City: Angleton
Country: US
Latitude: 29.108601°
Longitude: -95.462097°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport

Overview

Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport serves the Angleton area, situated at 25 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 29.108601, -95.462097. The airport features a single runway (17/35) measuring 7,000 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting medium airport operations in a coastal Texas environment.

Flying Conditions

Weather at this airport predominantly supports Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 76.2% of observations in VFR and 13.8% in Marginal VFR. Pilots can expect significant seasonal variations, with temperatures ranging from -3°C to 33°C and an average of 20°C. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, though fog occurs in 12.8% of observations and visibility can drop below 3 miles in 4.5% of cases.

Notable Features

The airport experiences consistent southern winds, with prevailing winds from 180 degrees at an average of 7.1 knots and occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 27.5% of observations, providing relatively stable atmospheric conditions for pilots. The coastal location likely influences wind patterns and weather variability.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots. September, October, and November represent the best months for VFR flying, characterized by the most stable weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential fog and prepare for occasional reduced visibility, particularly during transitional seasons.

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

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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.