State College Regional Airport

KUNV / SCE

State College, US

Last Updated
Apr 21, 09:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
09:35Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -8°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KUNV 210935Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR M04/M08 A3034 RMK AO2 T10361080

Weather Briefing

VFR

State College Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -4°C (25°F) with a dewpoint of -8°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,239 ft)
Pressure Alt
827 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,156 ft
ISA Deviation: -16.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KUNV 210532Z 2106/2206 VRB03KT P6SM SKC FM211700 21007KT P6SM SCT250 FM220100 22005KT P6SM OVC100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z FM211700
+8h
VFR 210° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UNV
06
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 6,701 ft 150 ft ASP 52°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
52° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KUNV

8,194 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.3%
MVFR
21%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
4.3%

State College Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 108 knots. Calm conditions occur 29% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 108 kt
Calm Winds: 29%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.8%
NE
6%
E
2%
SE
1.3%
S
6.7%
SW
14%
W
27%
NW
10.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 4°C
Range: -19°C to 30°C
-19°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

April October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 8,194 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

State College Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KUNV
IATA Code: SCE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,239 ft MSL

Location

City: State College
Country: US
Latitude: 40.849374°
Longitude: -77.848520°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,701 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About State College Regional Airport

Overview

State College Regional Airport serves Centre County, Pennsylvania, located near Penn State University. As a medium-sized airport situated at 1239 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for central Pennsylvania's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 69.9% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 23.4% of observations. Temperatures range widely from -18°C to 30°C, with an average of 4.8°C, indicating significant seasonal variation that requires careful preflight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 06/24, 6701 feet long with an asphalt surface. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly (270°) with an average speed of 8.1 knots, and calm conditions occur 32.1% of the time, which can impact landing and takeoff strategies.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 4.1 knots. Optimal VFR flying conditions are most consistent in October, September, and November, with excellent visibility averaging 9.3 statute miles and minimal instances of restricted visibility.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.