Alexandria International Airport

KAEX / AEX

Alexandria, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 10:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
10:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
5 kt
100°
10 SM
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KAEX 221053Z AUTO 10005KT 10SM BKN060 OVC095 18/16 A3012 RMK AO2 SLP203 T01830156 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 89 ft
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
OVC 9,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,089 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
9,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,589 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Alexandria International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 9,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 5 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 18:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (89 ft)
Pressure Alt
-114 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 267 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KAEX 220529Z 2206/2306 00000KT P6SM SCT100 FM221500 15007KT P6SM BKN070 PROB30 2218/2224 4SM TSRA BR BKN045CB BKN060 FM230100 16005KT P6SM OVC100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM221500
+4h
VFR 150° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
18:00Z PROB30
+7h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AEX
14 ✈️
32
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
9,352 ft 150 ft CON 144°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
7,001 ft 150 ft ASP 189°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KAEX

6,851 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.9%
MVFR
18.4%
IFR
9.1%
LIFR
4.5%

Alexandria International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots. Calm conditions occur 20.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 20.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.1%
NE
8.6%
E
6.3%
SE
17.3%
S
18.6%
SW
6.5%
W
3.5%
NW
7%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.4°C
Range: -7°C to 34°C
-7°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 4.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,851 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Alexandria International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAEX
IATA Code: AEX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 89 ft MSL

Location

City: Alexandria
Country: US
Latitude: 31.327400°
Longitude: -92.549797°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 9,352 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 7,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Alexandria International Airport

Overview

Alexandria International Airport serves central Louisiana as a medium-sized airport located near the city of Alexandria. Situated at 89 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 31.327400, -92.549797, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and local aviation activities. Its two runways offer substantial operational flexibility for different aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KAEX demonstrate significant VFR opportunities, with 67.7% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Pilots can expect predominantly southeast winds averaging 6.3 knots, with temperatures ranging from -4°C to 34°C. September through November offer the most consistently favorable flying conditions, with minimal weather restrictions and high visibility averaging 8.6 statute miles.

Notable Features

Both primary runways (14/32 and 18/36) provide excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. The concrete runway 14/32 offers the longest surface at 9,352 feet, supporting a wide range of aircraft operations. The airport experiences calm wind conditions 24.8% of the time, which can impact landing and takeoff considerations.

Approach Considerations

Wind data indicates minimal crosswind challenges, with average crosswind components around 3.5 knots for both runways. Pilots should be prepared for potential instrument meteorological conditions, as 16.9% of observations report marginal VFR and 10.3% report full IFR conditions. Fog occurs approximately 5% of the time, potentially impacting visibility 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

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.