St Lucie County International Airport

KFPR / FPR

Fort Pierce, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 02:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
02:53Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
6 kt
160°
4 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KFPR 050253Z AUTO 16006KT 4SM HZ CLR 26/22 A3003 RMK AO2 SLP168 60000 T02560222 50001

Weather Briefing

MVFR

St Lucie County International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 4 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 6 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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 21 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Haze. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Haze between 03:00Z and 06:00Z.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (24 ft)
Pressure Alt
-89 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,237 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KFPR 050300Z 0503/0524 VRB04KT P6SM FEW035 SCT120 BKN250 TEMPO 0503/0506 6SM HZ FM051500 24006KT P6SM SCT025 SCT160 SCT250 FM051800 12009KT P6SM VCTS SCT035CB SCT060 SCT140
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
15:00Z FM051500
+12h
VFR 240° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FPR
10R ✈️
28L
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 10R
6,492 ft 150 ft ASP 90°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
4,756 ft 100 ft ASP 135°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KFPR

9,128 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.2%
MVFR
14.5%
IFR
3.2%
LIFR
1.1%

St Lucie County International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 22.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 22.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.7%
N
5.4%
S
4%
W
11%
NE
8.5%
NW
10.7%
SE
10.7%
SW
4.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.5°C
Range: -4°C to 34°C
-4°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.5%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

July June November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 9,128 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

St Lucie County International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KFPR
IATA Code: FPR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort Pierce
Country: US
Latitude: 27.495100°
Longitude: -80.368301°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10R/28L
Length: 6,492 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 4,756 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About St Lucie County International Airport

Overview

St Lucie County International Airport serves the Fort Pierce area in Florida, positioned at an elevation of 24 feet mean sea level. The airport offers two asphalt runways accommodating various general aviation and regional aircraft operations. Its strategic location on Florida's east coast provides an important aviation infrastructure point for the region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 81.8% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at an average of 6.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 28.6% of the time. Temperature ranges from 1°C to 32°C, with November through January presenting the most stable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 10R/28L at 6,492 feet and 14/32 at 4,756 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 3.2 and 4.1 knots respectively. The relatively low elevation and coastal location suggest minimal terrain challenges for approaching aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 9.1 statute miles, with only 3.6% of observations showing conditions below 3 statute miles. Pilots should be prepared for occasional fog events, which occur in approximately 6% of observations. The consistent easterly winds make runway 10R/28L particularly favorable for most approach and departure scenarios.

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.