Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFRAransas County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,500 feet and 8 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 9 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 8 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,500 ft, scattered at 2,600 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
|
4,350 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 100° |
↑ 8.5 kt
•
↔ 3.1 kt
20° angle
|
| 14/32 | 5,608 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 145° |
↑ 7.4 kt
•
↔ 5.2 kt
35° angle
|
| 18/36 | 4,498 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 190° |
↑ 1.6 kt
•
↔ 8.9 kt
80° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KRKP
6,699 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Aransas County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.
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Statistics computed from 6,699 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Aransas County Airport
Aransas County Airport (KRKP/RKP) is located in Rockport, US at an elevation of 24 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (09/27, 14/32, 18/36), with the longest at 5,608 feet.
Weather Profile
With VFR conditions only 61% of the time based on 6,699 observations, KRKP requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 14% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KRKP come from the SE (135°) with an average speed of 8.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 29 knots. Runway 14/32 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.7 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are September, October, November, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -4°C (25°F) to 34°C (93°F), averaging 21°C (70°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.61 to 30.68 inHg (1003-1039 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 6,699 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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