South Haven Area Regional Airport

KLWA

South Haven, US

Last Updated
May 10, 16:15Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
16:15Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
6 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLWA 101615Z AUTO VRB06KT 10SM CLR 13/M03 A3011 RMK AO2

Weather Briefing

VFR

South Haven Area Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 6 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of -3°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (666 ft)
Pressure Alt
464 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 384 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.7°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LWA
14
32
5
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14/32 3,275 ft 190 ft GRS 132° No wind data
5/23 4,800 ft 75 ft ASP 44° 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 - KLWA

16,005 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67%
MVFR
24.3%
IFR
5.8%
LIFR
2.8%

South Haven Area Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
13.6%
N
8.2%
S
18%
W
16%
NE
6%
NW
15.7%
SE
10.3%
SW
10.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.7°C
Range: -21°C to 31°C
-21°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

May September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 16,005 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

South Haven Area Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLWA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 666 ft MSL

Location

City: South Haven
Country: US
Latitude: 42.351200°
Longitude: -86.255699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 3,275 ft
Width: 190 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 5/23
Length: 4,800 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About South Haven Area Regional Airport

South Haven Area Regional Airport (KLWA) is located in South Haven, US at an elevation of 666 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (14/32, 5/23), with the longest at 4,800 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 67% of the time based on 16,005 observations, KLWA requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 8.6% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at KLWA come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 7.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 30 knots. Calm winds are rare (1.9%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 14/32 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are May, September, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -21°C (-6°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 5.7°C (42°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.07 to 30.7 inHg (984-1040 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 16,005 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.