Aurora State Airport

KUAO

Aurora, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
8 kt
50°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KUAO 042053Z 05008KT 10SM CLR 22/12 A3013 RMK AO2 SLP203 T02220122 58012

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aurora State Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 8 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 23 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (200 ft)
Pressure Alt
-3 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 885 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KUAO 041859Z 0419/0518 36005KT P6SM SCT015 SCT100 FM042300 36011KT P6SM SKC FM051000 01003KT P6SM BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:20Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z FM042300
+2h
VFR 360° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UAO
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
5,004 ft 100 ft ASP 187°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KUAO

8,331 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.7%
MVFR
15.3%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
3.6%

Aurora State Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 32.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 32.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.1%
N
18%
S
22.8%
W
3.3%
NE
6.5%
NW
2.4%
SE
2.4%
SW
9.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: -6°C to 35°C
-6°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.8%
Fog Frequency: 4.4%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 8,331 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aurora State Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KUAO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 200 ft MSL

Location

City: Aurora
Country: US
Latitude: 45.247101°
Longitude: -122.769997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 5,004 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aurora State Airport

Overview

Aurora State Airport serves the metropolitan Portland area, located approximately 30 miles south of the city in the Willamette Valley. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical general aviation infrastructure for Marion and Clackamas counties, supporting both private and commercial light aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KUAO demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying conditions, with 67.7% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperature ranges from -4°C to 33°C create varied flying environments, with September, October, and January offering the most consistent VFR weather. Wind patterns are primarily southerly at an average of 6.6 knots, with 37% of observations reporting calm conditions.

Notable Features

The airport sits at a modest 200 feet mean sea level, situated in a relatively flat valley terrain. Runway 17/35 offers a substantial 5,004-foot asphalt surface with consistently favorable wind alignment, experiencing an average crosswind of only 2.8 knots. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, with limited periods of reduced visibility affecting approximately 4.8% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate primarily southerly winds when planning approaches, with runway 17/35 demonstrating 100% favorable wind conditions. While instrument conditions occur in 16% of METAR observations, the airport maintains good overall accessibility. Careful attention to seasonal temperature variations and potential fog events (occurring in 6.7% of observations) is recommended during flight planning.

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.