Redwood Falls Municipal Airport

KRWF / RWF

Redwood Falls, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
03:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
6 kt
80°
10 SM
Visibility
11,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KRWF 050353Z AUTO 08006KT 10SM -RA BKN110 18/17 A3000 RMK AO2 RAE18B51 SLP154 P0000 T01830167 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,024 ft
BKN 11,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,024 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Redwood Falls Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 11,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 6 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 11000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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, Mist, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
982 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,024 ft)
Pressure Alt
942 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,548 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KRWF 042320Z 0500/0524 12008KT P6SM SCT030 PROB30 0500/0503 4SM -TSRA BR BKN030CB FM050400 VRB03KT P6SM FEW010 FEW250 FM050900 VRB03KT 6SM BR SCT010 FM051600 11004KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM050900
+5h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Mist
16:00Z FM051600
+12h
VFR 110° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RWF
05 ✈️
23
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
2,050 ft 200 ft GRS 56°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
12/30 4,001 ft 100 ft ASP 128°
4.0 kt 4.5 kt
48° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KRWF

8,490 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.7%
MVFR
19%
IFR
7%
LIFR
3.3%

Redwood Falls Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -30°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 4.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.7%
N
6.8%
S
12.3%
W
15.3%
NE
3.8%
NW
26.6%
SE
16.3%
SW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.3°C
Range: -30°C to 33°C
-30°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.5%
Fog Frequency: 3%

Best Months for VFR

October September June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 8,490 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Redwood Falls Municipal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KRWF
IATA Code: RWF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,024 ft MSL

Location

City: Redwood Falls
Country: US
Latitude: 44.547199°
Longitude: -95.082298°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,050 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 4,001 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Redwood Falls Municipal Airport

Overview

Redwood Falls Municipal Airport serves the Redwood Falls area in southern Minnesota, providing general aviation services at an elevation of 1,024 feet MSL. The airport features two runways: a 2,050-foot grass runway (05/23) and a 4,001-foot asphalt runway (12/30), accommodating a variety of aircraft operations. Its strategic location and dual runway configuration make it a key regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 65.2% of observations showing favorable flying weather. The airport experiences significant seasonal temperature variations, ranging from -30°C to 33°C, with an average temperature of 0.7°C. Wind patterns are primarily from the northwest at an average of 9.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. September, October, and November offer the most consistent VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's two runways provide flexibility for different wind conditions, with both runways showing 100% favorable wind alignment. The 4,001-foot asphalt runway (12/30) offers longer and more substantial landing capabilities compared to the 2,050-foot grass runway (05/23). Average visibility is excellent at 8.6 statute miles, with only 4.9% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Crosswind considerations are minimal, with an average crosswind of 8.3 knots for runway 05/23 and 4 knots for runway 12/30. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility during 4.6% of observations with fog conditions. The northwest prevailing winds suggest runway 12/30 may typically provide the most comfortable approach, though both runways offer reliable landing options.

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.