Oxnard Airport

KOXR / OXR

Oxnard, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 02:28Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
02:28Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
11 kt
280°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KOXR 050228Z 28011KT 10SM SCT009 18/15 A2998 RMK AO2 T01780150

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 45 ft
SCT 900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
945 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Oxnard Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 900 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 11 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (45 ft)
Pressure Alt
-8 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 363 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KOXR 042321Z 0500/0524 27012KT P6SM BKN100 FM050400 27006KT P6SM BKN250 FM050800 VRB03KT P6SM OVC007 FM051700 VRB03KT P6SM SCT012 FM051800 27009KT P6SM SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
04:00Z FM050400
+2h
VFR 270° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
08:00Z FM050800
+6h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 700 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OXR
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
5,953 ft 100 ft ASP 90°
9.5 kt 5.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KOXR

8,393 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.7%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
11.3%
LIFR
7.1%

Oxnard Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 20% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 6°C and 32°C with an average of 16°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 20%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.1%
N
3.6%
S
5.4%
W
29.8%
NE
17%
NW
3.8%
SE
3.9%
SW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 16°C
Range: 6°C to 32°C
6°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.4%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

February April January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 8,393 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Oxnard Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOXR
IATA Code: OXR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 45 ft MSL

Location

City: Oxnard
Country: US
Latitude: 34.200802°
Longitude: -119.207001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,953 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Oxnard Airport

Overview

Oxnard Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Ventura County, California, positioned near the Pacific coast at 34.200802, -119.207001. Situated at an elevation of 45 feet MSL, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Oxnard metropolitan area and surrounding regions.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Oxnard Airport demonstrate significant VFR opportunities, with 62.3% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Prevailing northeast winds at an average of 6.5 knots create generally stable conditions, though pilots should note potential wind variability up to 28 knots. Temperature ranges from 6°C to 29°C, with consistent visibility averaging 8.6 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (07/25) measuring 5,953 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind data indicates a highly favorable runway alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.9 knots. Calm wind conditions are observed 22.5% of the time, providing consistently predictable operational environments.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal visual conditions during January, October, and December, which demonstrate the most favorable flying weather. While IFR conditions occur in 11.1% of observations and LIFR in 7.4%, the airport generally maintains good visibility. Approach planning should consider the prevailing northeast winds and the runway's northeast-southwest orientation.

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

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.