Rawlins Municipal Airport/Harvey Field

KRWL / RWL

Rawlins, US

Last Updated
Apr 24, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
--
--°
10 SM
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KRWL 242053Z AUTO 10SM BKN070 BKN085 11/M06 A2976 RMK AO2 SLP034 T01061061 55003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6,813 ft
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
BKN 8,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,813 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,313 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rawlins Municipal Airport/Harvey Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Wind data is not available.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of -6°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Winds are forecast to reach up to 28 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 7 to 28 knots.

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.

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
781 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6,813 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,971 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 8,126 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KRWL 241720Z 2418/2518 26028G43KT P6SM SCT060 BKN090 FM242300 29025G35KT P6SM VCSH BKN090 FM250130 03015KT P6SM BKN050 FM250600 04007KT P6SM BKN025 FM251500 25012KT P6SM BKN050 AMD LTD TO CLD AND WX
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 28 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
23:00Z FM242300
+2h
VFR 290° 25 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
01:00Z FM250130
+4h
VFR 30° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
06:00Z FM250600
+9h
MVFR 40° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RWL
04
22
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
04/22 7,008 ft 100 ft ASP 54°
10/28 4,118 ft 60 ft ASP 115°

Weather Statistics - KRWL

5,444 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.5%
MVFR
11.1%
IFR
2.7%
LIFR
0.7%

Rawlins Municipal Airport/Harvey Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 13.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 13.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 7.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
2%
N
5.1%
S
9.4%
W
14%
NE
4%
NW
5.2%
SE
1.2%
SW
52.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.6°C
Range: -22°C to 28°C
-22°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

February November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,444 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rawlins Municipal Airport/Harvey Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KRWL
IATA Code: RWL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,813 ft MSL

Location

City: Rawlins
Country: US
Latitude: 41.805599°
Longitude: -107.199997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,008 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 4,118 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rawlins Municipal Airport/Harvey Field

Overview

Rawlins Municipal Airport serves aviation needs in Carbon County, Wyoming, situated at a high elevation of 6,813 feet MSL. The airport features two asphalt runways capable of accommodating various general aviation aircraft, with significant utility for regional transportation and local flying operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Rawlins are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 84.8% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Pilots can expect southwest winds averaging 13.3 knots, with temperature variations ranging from -19°C to 28°C. Autumn months (September through November) consistently offer the most stable flying weather, with minimal meteorological restrictions.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 6,813 feet requires careful performance planning for aircraft operations. Both runways (04/22 and 10/28) offer full utility, with 04/22 providing a substantial 7,008-foot length and 10/28 offering 4,118 feet of runway. Wind data indicates consistently predictable wind patterns, with 100% favorable wind alignments for both primary runways.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection should prioritize Runway 04/22, which demonstrates minimal average crosswind of 4.3 knots compared to Runway 10/28's 9.9-knot crosswind. Visibility averages 9.6 statute miles, with only 1.7% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variability and prepare for high-altitude performance considerations during approach and landing.

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.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.