Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFRDane County Regional Truax Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 7 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 25000 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.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 21 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
|
7,200 ft | 150 ft | CON | 28° |
↑ 6.1 kt
•
↔ 3.5 kt
30° angle
|
| 14/32 | 5,846 ft | 150 ft | CON | 137° |
↓ 1.6 kt
•
↔ 6.8 kt
103° angle
|
| 18/36 | 9,005 ft | 150 ft | CON | 181° |
↑ 3.6 kt
•
↔ 6.0 kt
59° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KMSN
6,508 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Dane County Regional Truax Field typically experiences VFR conditions 67% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, February.
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Statistics computed from 6,508 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Dane County Regional Truax Field - Airport Information
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About Dane County Regional Truax Field
Overview
Dane County Regional Truax Field serves Madison, Wisconsin as a medium-sized airport situated at 887 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 43.139900, -89.337502, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the central Wisconsin region. The facility features three concrete runways ranging from 5,846 to 9,005 feet in length.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at KMSN demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 65.3% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate meteorological challenges, with marginal VFR conditions occurring 20.3% of the time and instrument flight rules 14.3% of the time. Temperature ranges from -28°C to 31°C, with prevailing southerly winds averaging 7.2 knots and occasional gusts up to 24 knots.
Notable Features
The airport's three runways provide flexible operational capabilities with consistent wind coverage. Runway 18/36 offers the longest surface at 9,005 feet, while runways 03/21 and 14/32 provide additional operational flexibility. Calm wind conditions occur in 18.9% of observations, suggesting potential for variable runway selection.
Approach Considerations
September through November represent the most favorable VFR flying months, with optimal visibility and minimal meteorological restrictions. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components ranging from 3.9 to 5 knots. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, with infrequent periods of reduced visibility (below 3 miles in 6.1% of observations) and minimal fog events (1.3%).
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