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Weather Briefing
IFRHutchinson Municipal Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with few clouds at 11,000 feet and 1.818 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north (10°) at 10 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is reduced to 1.818 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 11,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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. 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 Thunderstorm Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 23:00Z and 04:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 6,000 ft | 100 ft | PEM | 42° |
↑ 8.5 kt
•
↔ 5.3 kt
32° angle
|
| 13/31 | 7,004 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 138° |
↓ 6.2 kt
•
↔ 7.9 kt
128° angle
|
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✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
|
4,252 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 177° |
↑ 9.4 kt
•
↔ 3.4 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KHUT
7,735 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Hutchinson Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, February, September.
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Statistics computed from 7,735 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Hutchinson Municipal Airport - Airport Information
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About Hutchinson Municipal Airport
Overview
Hutchinson Municipal Airport serves central Kansas, located in Reno County with an elevation of 1,543 feet MSL. The airport provides medium-sized airport capabilities with three runways, supporting regional aviation needs in the Midwest agricultural and industrial corridor.
Flying Conditions
Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions at 80.8%, with stable flying weather. The airport experiences a significant temperature range from -17°C to 33°C, and prevailing winds from the south at an average of 8.5 knots. Pilots can expect the most consistent VFR conditions during September, January, and December.
Notable Features
The airport features three runways with varying lengths and surfaces: a 6,000-foot PEM runway (04/22), a 7,004-foot ASP runway (13/31), and a 4,252-foot ASP runway (17/35). All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively low average crosswind components ranging from 3.9 to 6.1 knots.
Approach Considerations
Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with only 1.9% of observations showing visibility below 3SM. Pilots should be prepared for occasional fog (2.6% of observations) and potential wind shifts, though the prevailing southern winds provide consistent approach conditions across all runways.
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