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Weather Briefing
VFRRhinelander Oneida County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,200 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 11 knots with gusts to 25 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component (gusting to 9 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,200 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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 Showers Rain, Mist, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 21:00Z and 01:00Z.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 5,600 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 52° |
↓ 5.2 kt
•
↔ 9.7 kt
118° angle
|
| 09/27 | 6,800 ft | 150 ft | CON | 88° |
↑ 1.5 kt
•
↔ 10.9 kt
82° angle
|
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✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
|
4,504 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 148° |
↑ 10.3 kt
•
↔ 3.8 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KRHI
8,982 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Rhinelander Oneida County Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -34°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.7% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, June.
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Statistics computed from 8,982 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Rhinelander Oneida County Airport - Airport Information
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About Rhinelander Oneida County Airport
Overview
Rhinelander Oneida County Airport serves the Rhinelander region in northern Wisconsin, providing critical aviation infrastructure for general aviation, regional transportation, and potential emergency services. Located at 1,624 feet MSL with three runways, the airport offers substantial operational flexibility for aircraft in this rural northeastern Wisconsin area.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at KRHI demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 52.3% of the time and Marginal VFR conditions occurring 27.9% of observations. Pilots should anticipate challenging winter conditions, with temperature ranges from -34°C to 29°C and prevailing westerly winds averaging 7.2 knots, potentially creating complex approach scenarios during seasonal transitions.
Notable Features
The airport features three runways with varying lengths and surfaces: Runway 05/23 at 5,600 feet (asphalt), Runway 09/27 at 6,800 feet (concrete), and Runway 15/33 at 4,504 feet (asphalt). All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with consistently low average crosswind components between 3.8 and 4.8 knots, enhancing operational predictability.
Approach Considerations
Visibility averages 8.4 statute miles, with only 6.5% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles and 5% experiencing fog conditions. Pilots should consider September through November as optimal VFR months, with minimal meteorological interference. The substantial runway lengths and multiple orientations provide excellent wind adaptation capabilities for most general aviation and regional aircraft.
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