Alice International Airport

KALI / ALI

Alice, US

Last Updated
Jun 14, 02:41Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
02:41Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
4 kt
100°
8 SM
Visibility
2,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KALI 140241Z AUTO 10004KT 8SM OVC028 26/25 A2990 RMK AO2 T02610250 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 178 ft
OVC 2,800 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,978 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Alice International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,800 feet and 8 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 SM. The ceiling is 2800 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 15 knots. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 14:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (178 ft)
Pressure Alt
186 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,549 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KALI 132320Z 1400/1424 12007KT P6SM SCT020 FM140500 VRB04KT P6SM VCSH BKN025 PROB30 1414/1418 5SM -TSRA BR BKN015CB FM141800 13010KT P6SM VCTS BKN040CB TEMPO 1418/1420 VRB15G25KT 5SM -TSRA BKN030CB FM142200 13010KT P6SM SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
05:00Z FM140500
+3h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
14:00Z PROB30
+12h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ALI
08 ✈️
26
13
31
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
4,171 ft 130 ft ASP 89°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
13/31 5,997 ft 100 ft ASP 134°
3.3 kt 2.2 kt
34° angle
17/35 4,490 ft 100 ft ASP 179°
0.8 kt 3.9 kt
79° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KALI

7,896 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.1%
MVFR
26%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
4.5%

Alice International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 9.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
12%
NE
8.2%
E
9.2%
SE
30.6%
S
18.8%
SW
4%
W
4.2%
NW
3.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.8°C
Range: -6°C to 38°C
-6°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.3%
Fog Frequency: 6.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,896 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Alice International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KALI
IATA Code: ALI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 178 ft MSL

Location

City: Alice
Country: US
Latitude: 27.740900°
Longitude: -98.026901°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 4,171 ft
Width: 130 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 5,997 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,490 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Alice International Airport

Overview

Alice International Airport serves the Alice, US region as a medium-sized airport situated at 178 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 27.740900, -98.026901, the airport offers three asphalt runways accommodating various aircraft operations. Its strategic positioning and multiple runway configurations provide flexibility for regional aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 70.6% of observations reporting VFR weather. The airport experiences a moderate wind environment, with prevailing southerly winds at an average of 7.7 knots and occasional gusts up to 26 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 2°C to 38°C, with an average of 20.9°C, suggesting potential for dynamic atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with varying lengths: 08/26 at 4,171 feet, 13/31 at 5,997 feet, and 17/35 at 4,490 feet. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components ranging from 4.1 to 5.7 knots. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 9 statute miles, though pilots should be aware of occasional reduced visibility events.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility scenarios, with 8.8% of observations reporting fog and 2.8% experiencing visibility below 3 statute miles. The multiple runway orientations provide operational flexibility, allowing pilots to select optimal approaches based on current wind and weather 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

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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.