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Weather Briefing
VFRPalo Alto Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 10 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 3500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
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2,443 ft | 70 ft | ASP | 142° |
↑ 0.0 kt
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↔ 10.0 kt
90° angle
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Weather Statistics - KPAO
2,977 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Palo Alto Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 113 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, January.
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Statistics computed from 2,977 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Palo Alto Airport
Overview
Palo Alto Airport serves the San Francisco Bay Area as a medium-sized general aviation airport located in Silicon Valley. Situated at a low elevation of 4 ft MSL, the airport provides critical infrastructure for private, business, and training aviation operations in the technologically dense region of Santa Clara County.
Flying Conditions
Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 80.8% of the time, with marginal VFR occurring in 12.6% of observations. The airport experiences consistent northerly winds averaging 7.4 knots, with a maximum recorded wind speed of 21 knots and calm conditions present 26.8% of the time. Temperature ranges from 1°C to 34°C, with an average of 15°C, providing generally stable flying conditions.
Notable Features
The airport features a single asphalt runway 13/31 measuring 2,443 feet in length, oriented to take advantage of the prevailing northerly winds. Its low elevation and proximity to the San Francisco Bay suggest potential for marine layer influence and visibility variations. The airport's location in Silicon Valley means it supports a mix of private, training, and business aviation traffic.
Approach Considerations
Runway 13/31 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 3.7 knots. Pilots should note the best VFR months are January, September, and October. The consistently low crosswind and high percentage of VFR conditions make this airport generally accessible for most general aviation operations.
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