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MVFRShenandoah Valley Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 8,500 feet and 5 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 5 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 8,500 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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| 05/23 | 6,002 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 38° |
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Weather Statistics - KSHD
19,069 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 37.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, January, April.
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Statistics computed from 19,069 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
Overview
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (KSHD) serves the Weyers Cave area in Virginia, situated at an elevation of 1201 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a 6002-foot asphalt runway, it provides important aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and general aviation needs.
Flying Conditions
Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 87.5% of observations showing favorable weather. The airport experiences a significant temperature range from -14°C to 30°C, with an average temperature of 7.8°C. Wind patterns are characterized by a southern prevailing direction at an average of 6.6 knots, with calm conditions occurring 39.7% of the time.
Notable Features
The airport's geographic location offers a moderate climate with consistent visibility averaging 9.6 statute miles. Terrain and elevation suggest a relatively stable flying environment, with only 1.2% of observations reporting fog and minimal instances of reduced visibility (0.7% below 3 statute miles).
Approach Considerations
Runway 05/23 provides excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.9 knots. October, November, and January typically offer the best VFR conditions, providing optimal flying opportunities for pilots using this regional airport.
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