Tupelo Regional Airport

KTUP / TUP

Tupelo, US

Last Updated
Jul 26, 23:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
23:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
3 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTUP 262353Z VRB03KT 10SM FEW030 33/26 A2992 RMK AO2 SLP125 T03280256 10344 20322 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 346 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,346 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tupelo Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 26°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (346 ft)
Pressure Alt
354 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,597 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KTUP 262328Z 2700/2724 00000KT P6SM FEW250 TEMPO 2708/2712 5SM BR FM271200 04009KT P6SM SCT045 BKN100 FM271500 17005KT P6SM FEW040 SCT150 FM271900 28006KT P6SM SCT050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
08:00Z TEMPO
+8h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Mist
12:00Z FM271200
+12h
VFR 40° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TUP
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 6,500 ft 100 ft ASP 180° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KTUP

8,921 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.8%
MVFR
14.4%
IFR
7.6%
LIFR
3.2%

Tupelo Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 19.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.7%
N
17.6%
S
28.8%
W
3.9%
NE
5.7%
NW
6.8%
SE
6.4%
SW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.5°C
Range: -11°C to 38°C
-11°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.3%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 8,921 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tupelo Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTUP
IATA Code: TUP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 346 ft MSL

Location

City: Tupelo
Country: US
Latitude: 34.268101°
Longitude: -88.769897°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tupelo Regional Airport

Overview

Tupelo Regional Airport serves the northeastern Mississippi region as a medium-sized airport situated at 346 feet above mean sea level. Located near the city of Tupelo, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions 74.6% of the time, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring 13.4% of observations. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -9°C to 38°C, with an average of 13.5°C. September, October, and November historically offer the most consistently favorable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (18/36) measuring 6,500 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind patterns are characterized by a prevailing southerly direction at an average of 6.3 knots, with calm conditions present 23.6% of the time. Maximum recorded wind speeds reach 22 knots, which pilots should consider during planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 demonstrates 100% wind favorability, with an average crosswind component of only 2.6 knots. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with rare instances of visibility below 3 miles (1.6% of observations) and occasional fog events (3.2% of reports). Pilots should anticipate generally stable approach conditions.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.