Ashland Regional Airport

KDWU

Worthington, US

Last Updated
Apr 30, 13:03Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
13:03Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
6 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KDWU 301303Z AUTO VRB06KT 10SM BKN026 10/06 A3000 RMK AO2 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 546 ft
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,146 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Ashland Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 6 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (546 ft)
Pressure Alt
464 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -5 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.9°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DWU
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
10/28 5,602 ft 100 ft ASP 94° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KDWU

6,847 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.1%
MVFR
22.5%
IFR
7.1%
LIFR
5.3%

Ashland Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 48.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 48.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.3%
NE
1.8%
E
6.8%
SE
4.2%
S
3.5%
SW
7.8%
W
14.2%
NW
8.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.8°C
Range: -16°C to 32°C
-16°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 5.1%

Best Months for VFR

April October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,847 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ashland Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDWU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 546 ft MSL

Location

City: Worthington
Country: US
Latitude: 38.554501°
Longitude: -82.737999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 5,602 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ashland Regional Airport

Ashland Regional Airport (KDWU) is located in Worthington, US at an elevation of 546 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (10/28), with the longest at 5,602 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 65.1% of the time based on 6,847 observations, KDWU requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 12.4% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 5.1% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 3.8% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at KDWU come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 6.3 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (48.8% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 10/28 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, October, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -16°C (3°F) to 32°C (90°F), averaging 7.8°C (46°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.38 to 30.67 inHg (995-1039 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 6,847 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.