Pueblo Memorial Airport

KPUB / PUB

Pueblo, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 05:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
05:53Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
7 kt
80°
0.521 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPUB 050553Z 08007KT 10SM VCTS OVC100 26/06 A3025 RMK AO2 WSHFT 0521 LTG DSNT W AND NW SLP173 T02560061 10300 20244 53035 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,726 ft
OVC 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,726 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Pueblo Memorial Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with overcast skies at 10,000 feet and 0.521 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 7 knots. Runway 08L/26R is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 0.521 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 5 to 25 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 07:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 21:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums.

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

QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
866 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,726 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,404 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,858 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPUB 050557Z 0506/0606 09008KT P6SM BKN120 BKN200 TEMPO 0506/0507 VRB15G25KT -TSRA BKN080CB FM050800 VRB05KT P6SM SKC FM051900 12008KT P6SM SKC FM052100 12010G20KT P6SM SCT150 PROB30 0521/0524 VRB25G40KT -TSRA BKN110CB FM060000 14010KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
08:00Z FM050800
+2h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PUB
08L ✈️
26R
08R ✈️
26L
12
30
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 08L
10,496 ft 150 ft ASP 88°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 08R
4,073 ft 75 ft ASP 88°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
12/30 8,268 ft 150 ft ASP 133°
4.2 kt 5.6 kt
53° angle
17/35 8,308 ft 150 ft ASP 178°
1.0 kt 6.9 kt
98° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPUB

7,427 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.4%
MVFR
6.6%
IFR
2.9%
LIFR
2.1%

Pueblo Memorial Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Calm conditions occur 13% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 13%
Direction Distribution:
E
17.2%
N
11.5%
S
5.7%
W
19.1%
NE
8.2%
NW
8.1%
SE
9.7%
SW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.9°C
Range: -22°C to 41°C
-22°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 1.2%

Best Months for VFR

September February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt
Runway 08L/26R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,427 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pueblo Memorial Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPUB
IATA Code: PUB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,726 ft MSL

Location

City: Pueblo
Country: US
Latitude: 38.289101°
Longitude: -104.497002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08L/26R
Length: 10,496 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 4,073 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 8,268 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 8,308 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pueblo Memorial Airport

Overview

Pueblo Memorial Airport serves the Pueblo metropolitan area in southern Colorado, situated at an elevation of 4,726 feet MSL. The airport is a medium-sized facility with four paved runways, offering significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types. Its strategic location provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and utility needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Pueblo Memorial are predominantly VFR, with 89.9% of observations showing visual flight rules. Prevailing westerly winds average 7.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 38 knots. Temperature ranges from -16°C to 33°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year, with September through November offering the most stable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with varying lengths: 08L/26R at 10,496 feet, 08R/26L at 4,073 feet, 12/30 at 8,268 feet, and 17/35 at 8,308 feet. All runways are paved with asphalt and offer 100% favorable wind alignment. The high elevation and variable wind conditions require pilots to carefully calculate performance parameters for their specific aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Crosswind conditions are generally mild, with average crosswind components ranging from 3.8 to 5.4 knots across runways. Visibility averages 9.7 statute miles, with only 1.5% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should be prepared for occasional fog (2.5% of observations) and check current meteorological conditions before arrival or departure.

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.