Kearney Regional Airport

KEAR / EAR

Kearney, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 08:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
08:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KEAR 050856Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM SCT090 18/14 A3007 RMK AO2 SLP164 T01780144 50005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,131 ft
SCT 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,131 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kearney Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 9,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
947 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,131 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,989 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,860 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KEAR 050520Z 0506/0606 VRB06KT P6SM SCT250 FM052000 15007KT P6SM FEW100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:20Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM052000
+11h
VFR 150° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EAR
13
31
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
13/31 4,498 ft 75 ft CON 141°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
141° angle
18/36 7,094 ft 150 ft ASP 187°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
173° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KEAR

7,932 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.3%
MVFR
10.9%
IFR
5.1%
LIFR
6.7%

Kearney Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 46 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, February, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 46 kt
Calm Winds: 4.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.4%
N
17.1%
S
18%
W
8.1%
NE
7.8%
NW
13.2%
SE
11.3%
SW
9.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.5°C
Range: -22°C to 36°C
-22°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.1%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

July February September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,932 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kearney Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KEAR
IATA Code: EAR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,131 ft MSL

Location

City: Kearney
Country: US
Latitude: 40.727001°
Longitude: -99.006798°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 4,498 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 7,094 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kearney Regional Airport

Overview

Kearney Regional Airport serves the central Nebraska region as a medium-sized airport situated at an elevation of 2,131 feet MSL. Located near the city of Kearney, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding geographical area, supporting various general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kearney Regional demonstrate high visual flight rule (VFR) reliability, with 76.3% of observations showing VFR conditions. Pilots can expect significant seasonal temperature variations ranging from -20°C to 35°C, with an average temperature of 6.9°C. Wind patterns predominantly originate from the south at an average speed of 9.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 36 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: Runway 13/31 with a concrete surface measuring 4,498 feet, and Runway 18/36 with an asphalt surface extending 7,094 feet. Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Visibility averages 9.5 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility (below 3SM in only 1.3% of observations).

Approach Considerations

September, January, and December offer the most consistently favorable flying conditions based on historical meteorological data. Both runways present minimal average crosswind challenges, with 13/31 experiencing 5.6 knots and 18/36 experiencing 4.9 knots of crosswind. Pilots should anticipate primarily southerly winds and prepare accordingly during approach and landing phases.

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.