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Weather Briefing
VFRThief River Falls Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,800 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (190°) at 18 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 7 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,800 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 19:00Z and 21:00Z.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
|
4,997 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 39° |
↑ 16.9 kt
•
↔ 6.2 kt
20° angle
|
| 13/31 | 6,503 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 135° |
↑ 10.3 kt
•
↔ 14.7 kt
55° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KTVF
8,360 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Thief River Falls Regional Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -33°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, October.
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Statistics computed from 8,360 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Thief River Falls Regional Airport - Airport Information
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About Thief River Falls Regional Airport
Overview
Thief River Falls Regional Airport serves the northeastern Minnesota region, located in Pennington County at an elevation of 1,119 feet MSL. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Thief River Falls area, supporting regional aviation needs with two paved runways capable of handling various aircraft types.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at KTVF demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 56.2% of the time and Marginal VFR conditions occurring 26.6% of observations. Temperature ranges from -33°C to 31°C, presenting challenging winter and summer operating environments, with prevailing northwest winds averaging 10.6 knots and occasionally reaching 31 knots.
Notable Features
The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 03/21 at 4,997 feet and Runway 13/31 at 6,503 feet, offering substantial operational flexibility. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswind components of 7.7 knots and 5.4 knots respectively, indicating generally favorable wind conditions for aircraft operations.
Approach Considerations
Seasonal VFR conditions are most consistent during autumn months (September, October, November), with average visibility around 8.7 statute miles. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during 4.8% of observations and be prepared for occasional fog events, which occur in 2.4% of recorded weather conditions.
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