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Weather Briefing
VFRBarkley Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,800 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 8 knots with gusts to 17 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component (gusting to 3 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,800 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
|
6,499 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 44° |
↑ 7.9 kt
•
↔ 1.4 kt
10° angle
|
| 14/32 | 5,500 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 139° |
↓ 0.1 kt
•
↔ 8.0 kt
91° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KPAH
7,704 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Barkley Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 28.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.
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Statistics computed from 7,704 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Barkley Regional Airport - Airport Information
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About Barkley Regional Airport
Overview
Barkley Regional Airport serves the Paducah metropolitan area in western Kentucky, situated at an elevation of 410 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region, featuring two asphalt runways that support a variety of general aviation and regional operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at KPAH demonstrate consistently favorable flying environments, with VFR conditions prevailing 71.4% of the time. Temperature ranges from -16°C to 36°C create diverse operational conditions, while prevailing southwest winds at an average of 6.1 knots contribute to generally stable flight environments. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions particularly during January, September, and October.
Notable Features
The airport's dual runway configuration (04/22 and 14/32) offers operational flexibility with runways measuring 6,499 and 5,500 feet respectively. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal average crosswind conditions (3.6-3.9 knots), which provides consistent landing and takeoff opportunities. The geographic location at coordinates 37.060799, -88.773804 positions the airport in a relatively flat regional landscape.
Approach Considerations
Wind patterns strongly favor both runways, with southwest winds (225°) predominating and calm conditions occurring 34.1% of the time. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, with only 2.2% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should anticipate occasional fog events (3.3% occurrence) and prepare accordingly, particularly during transitions between seasonal temperatures.
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.
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