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Weather Briefing
VFRApalachicola Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,300 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 5,070 ft | 150 ft | CON | 60° |
↓ 3.1 kt
•
↔ 2.6 kt
140° angle
|
| 13/31 | 5,350 ft | 150 ft | CON | 135° |
↑ 1.7 kt
•
↔ 3.6 kt
65° angle
|
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✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
|
5,265 ft | 150 ft | CON | 180° |
↑ 3.8 kt
•
↔ 1.4 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KAAF
8,487 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Apalachicola Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 18% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.
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Statistics computed from 8,487 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Apalachicola Regional Airport
Apalachicola Regional Airport (KAAF/AAF) is located in Apalachicola, US at an elevation of 20 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (06/24, 13/31, 18/36), with the longest at 5,350 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 8,487 weather observations shows KAAF maintains VFR conditions 75.5% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 13.9% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 10.6% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KAAF come from the NE (45°) with an average speed of 7.4 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (18% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 18/36 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are September, October, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -6°C (21°F) to 33°C (91°F), averaging 18.9°C (66°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.73 to 30.55 inHg (1007-1035 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 8,487 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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