Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFRWausau Downtown Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (280°) at 11 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating very dry conditions.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 3,085 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 42° |
↓ 5.8 kt
•
↔ 9.3 kt
122° angle
|
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✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
|
4,950 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 124° |
↑ 10.3 kt
•
↔ 3.8 kt
20° angle
|
| 12W/30W | 8,000 ft | 300 ft | WATER | 0° |
↑ 1.9 kt
•
↔ 10.8 kt
80° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KAUW
7,027 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Wausau Downtown Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.
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Statistics computed from 7,027 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Wausau Downtown Airport
Overview
Wausau Downtown Airport serves central Wisconsin as a medium-sized airport situated at 1201 feet MSL near Wausau. The airport offers three runways with varying lengths and surfaces, providing flexible operational capabilities for general aviation and regional aircraft. Its location at coordinates 44.926201, -89.626602 positions it in a region with diverse meteorological conditions.
Flying Conditions
Pilots can expect highly variable weather conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 57.5% of observations. Winter temperatures can drop to -32°C, while summer peaks around 29°C, creating significant seasonal temperature variations. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at an average of 7.7 knots, with calm conditions occurring 12.3% of the time and occasional gusts up to 27 knots.
Notable Features
The airport features three runways: two asphalt surfaces (04/22 at 3085ft and 12/30 at 4950ft) and a water runway (12W/30W at 8000ft), offering unique operational flexibility. Average visibility is excellent at 8.6 statute miles, with only 5.2% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Fog is relatively infrequent, occurring in just 2.5% of observations.
Approach Considerations
Both runway 12/30 and 12W/30W demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions with minimal average crosswind at 3.7 knots. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, providing optimal flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with MVFR conditions present in 25% of observations and IFR/LIFR conditions combining for an additional 17.6% of recorded weather.
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