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Weather Briefing
LIFRPorter County Municipal Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with overcast skies at 10,000 feet and 0.358 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 10 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is severely reduced to 0.358 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is 4500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
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. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
|
7,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 90° |
↑ 8.7 kt
•
↔ 5.0 kt
30° angle
|
| 18/36 | 4,000 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 183° |
↓ 4.5 kt
•
↔ 8.9 kt
117° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KVPZ
8,969 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Porter County Municipal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, September.
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Statistics computed from 8,969 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Porter County Municipal Airport - Airport Information
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About Porter County Municipal Airport
Overview
Porter County Municipal Airport serves the Valparaiso area in northwestern Indiana, providing essential aviation infrastructure for general aviation and regional transportation. Located at an elevation of 770 feet MSL, the airport offers two paved runways capable of supporting a variety of aircraft operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Porter County Municipal Airport demonstrate significant VFR flying opportunities, with 62.6% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperature variations are substantial, ranging from -21°C to 32°C, which pilots should consider for performance planning. The prevailing westerly winds at an average of 8.7 knots provide generally stable flying conditions, with September through November offering the most consistent VFR weather.
Notable Features
The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 09/27 at 7,000 feet and Runway 18/36 at 4,000 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 4.6 and 6.4 knots respectively. The airport's moderate elevation and geographical location suggest relatively predictable wind and visibility patterns.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect generally good visibility conditions, with an average of 8.7 statute miles and only 4.3% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Crosswind landing considerations are minimal, with both runways offering consistent wind alignments. Pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced conditions, as 9.4% of observations report IFR conditions and 3.1% report low IFR.
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