La Crosse Regional Airport

KLSE / LSE

La Crosse, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 18:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
18:53Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
3 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
3,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLSE 041853Z VRB03KT 10SM BKN038 BKN050 29/21 A2997 RMK AO2 SLP138 T02890206

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 655 ft
BKN 3,800 ft AGL
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,455 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,655 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

La Crosse Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,800 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 3800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 23 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Patches Fog. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
993 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (655 ft)
Pressure Alt
603 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,440 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KLSE 041856Z 0419/0518 VRB03KT P6SM SCT050 PROB30 0420/0424 3SM -TSRA SCT035CB FM051000 VRB03KT P6SM BCFG BKN008 FM051500 VRB03KT P6SM SCT050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z PROB30
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LSE
04
22
13
31
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 5,299 ft 150 ft ASP 36° No wind data
13/31 6,050 ft 150 ft ASP 134° No wind data
18/36 8,537 ft 150 ft CON 179° 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 - KLSE

7,970 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.2%
MVFR
20.2%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
1.9%

La Crosse Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 11.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
4.3%
N
18.4%
S
24.3%
W
4.8%
NE
2.5%
NW
14.7%
SE
11.9%
SW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.5°C
Range: -29°C to 34°C
-29°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

May October June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,970 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

La Crosse Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLSE
IATA Code: LSE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 655 ft MSL

Location

City: La Crosse
Country: US
Latitude: 43.879002°
Longitude: -91.256699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,299 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 6,050 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 8,537 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About La Crosse Regional Airport

Overview

La Crosse Regional Airport serves the La Crosse metropolitan area in Wisconsin, situated near the Mississippi River at an elevation of 655 feet MSL. The airport features three runways with varying lengths, accommodating regional commercial, general aviation, and potential military traffic in a diverse geographical region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KLSE demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 65.3% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 24% of observations. Temperature ranges from -29°C to 32°C, with prevailing southerly winds at an average of 8.1 knots, suggesting relatively moderate wind conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways offer flexible operational capabilities, with the longest runway (18/36) measuring 8,537 feet of concrete surface. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, which provides pilots consistent approach options regardless of wind direction. The airport's moderate elevation and geographic location suggest potential for thermal and terrain-influenced wind variations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly southerly winds with an average crosswind component between 3.7 and 5.9 knots across runways. October, September, and November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering the most consistent visual flying conditions. When planning approaches, consider the airport's visibility average of 8.9 statute miles and potential for occasional reduced visibility during 4.1% 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

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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.