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Weather Briefing
MVFRMiller Field is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,100 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 75 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 12 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 4 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 2°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 remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 2,807 ft | 50 ft | ASP | 36° |
↑ 0.8 kt
•
↔ 12.0 kt
86° angle
|
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✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
|
4,700 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 145° |
↑ 11.8 kt
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↔ 2.1 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - KVTN
6,193 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Miller Field typically experiences VFR conditions 76.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, October, March.
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Statistics computed from 6,193 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Miller Field - Airport Information
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About Miller Field
Overview
Miller Field serves Valentine, Nebraska as a medium-sized airport situated at 2,596 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 42.856211, -100.549192, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region with two asphalt runways supporting different aircraft operational needs.
Flying Conditions
Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions 75.9% of the time, with northwest winds averaging 9.8 knots. Temperature ranges widely from -23°C to 33°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year, with October, November, and January presenting the most consistently favorable VFR conditions.
Notable Features
Both runways demonstrate exceptional wind alignment, with 03/21 and 14/32 experiencing 100% favorable wind conditions. The airport's elevation at 2,596 feet MSL and surrounding terrain characteristics contribute to its wind patterns, with calm conditions occurring 6.9% of the time and maximum recorded wind speeds reaching 37 knots.
Approach Considerations
Runway 03/21 (2,807 ft) and Runway 14/32 (4,700 ft) offer pilots flexible approach options with manageable crosswind components averaging 6.7 and 5.1 knots respectively. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with only 2.3% of observations showing reduced visibility below 3 miles and minimal fog occurrence at 1.2%.
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