Dupage Airport

KDPA / DPA

Chicago/West Chicago, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 08:52Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
08:52Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
5 kt
180°
8 SM
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KDPA 040852Z 18005KT 8SM SCT005 BKN080 21/21 A3001 RMK AO2 SLP157 T02110206 53005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 759 ft
SCT 500 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,259 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,759 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Dupage Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 8 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 5 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 SM. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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 21 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 11:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 17:00Z and 21:00Z.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (759 ft)
Pressure Alt
677 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,579 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KDPA 040909Z 0409/0506 VRB05KT P6SM VCSH SCT035 BKN100 TEMPO 0409/0411 5SM -SHRA SCT006 BKN035 FM041300 23008KT P6SM SCT025 SCT120 FM041700 17009KT P6SM SCT040 BKN150 TEMPO 0417/0421 2SM TSRA BR SCT015 OVC040CB FM050000 05007KT P6SM SCT040 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
13:00Z FM041300
+4h
VFR 230° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z FM041700
+8h
VFR 170° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
17:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DPA
02L
20R ✈️
02R
20L ✈️
10
28
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02L/20R
Active: 20R
7,570 ft 100 ft CON 14°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
✈️ 02R/20L
Active: 20L
5,100 ft 100 ft CON 14°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
10/28 4,751 ft 75 ft ASP 96°
0.5 kt 5.0 kt
84° angle
15/33 3,401 ft 100 ft ASP 148°
4.2 kt 2.6 kt
32° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KDPA

8,553 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.5%
MVFR
19.6%
IFR
7.5%
LIFR
3.4%

Dupage Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 8.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.8%
N
10.9%
S
19.3%
W
16.1%
NE
8.1%
NW
10.1%
SE
6.3%
SW
12.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.5°C
Range: -24°C to 33°C
-24°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

July May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.2 kt
Runway 02L/20R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 02R/20L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,553 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dupage Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDPA
IATA Code: DPA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 759 ft MSL

Location

City: Chicago/West Chicago
Country: US
Latitude: 41.907799°
Longitude: -88.248596°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 02L/20R
Length: 7,570 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 02R/20L
Length: 5,100 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 4,751 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 3,401 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dupage Airport

Overview

DuPage Airport serves the Chicago/West Chicago metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located west of Chicago. Situated at an elevation of 759 feet MSL, the airport provides crucial general aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting diverse aircraft operations across its four runways.

Flying Conditions

Historical weather data indicates predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 65.1% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Pilots can expect moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing westerly wind at an average of 9.1 knots and occasional gusts up to 30 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying weather.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with varying lengths and surface types, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and operational needs. The two concrete runways (02L/20R and 02R/20L) offer longer surfaces suitable for larger aircraft, while the two asphalt runways (10/28 and 15/33) provide additional operational capacity. Temperature variations range significantly from -24°C to 32°C, indicating potential seasonal operational considerations.

Approach Considerations

All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively consistent crosswind averages between 5.4 and 6 knots. The longer concrete runways (02L/20R at 7570ft and 02R/20L at 5100ft) provide the most substantial landing options. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, with only 4.2% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence at 1.9%.

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.