Casper-Natrona County International Airport

KCPR / CPR

Casper, US

Last Updated
May 15, 05:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
05:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -8°C
11 kt
230°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCPR 150553Z AUTO 23011KT 10SM CLR 08/M08 A2990 RMK AO2 SLP078 T00831083 10239 20083 51013

Weather Briefing

VFR

Casper-Natrona County International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 11 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of -8°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 20 knots.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
835 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,350 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,358 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,802 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KCPR 150520Z 1506/1606 26008KT P6SM SKC FM151600 26015G25KT P6SM FEW250 FM151900 28020G30KT P6SM FEW150 FM160200 30011KT P6SM FEW150 FM160330 35008KT P6SM FEW200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
16:00Z FM151600
+10h
VFR 260° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CPR
03
21 ✈️
08
26
12
30
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
10,164 ft 150 ft ASP 43°
10.3 kt 3.8 kt
20° angle
08/26 8,679 ft 150 ft ASP 89°
8.5 kt 6.9 kt
141° angle
12/30 6,484 ft 60 ft ASP 134°
1.1 kt 10.9 kt
96° angle
17/35 7,696 ft 60 ft ASP 178°
6.8 kt 8.7 kt
52° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCPR

6,584 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.5%
MVFR
8.5%
IFR
4.6%
LIFR
1.4%

Casper-Natrona County International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 12.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, May, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 12.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 5.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.2%
NE
6.4%
E
5.4%
SE
1%
S
4.4%
SW
42.7%
W
16.9%
NW
6.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.3°C
Range: -25°C to 32°C
-25°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

October May November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 10.1 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 9.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,584 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Casper-Natrona County International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCPR
IATA Code: CPR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,350 ft MSL

Location

City: Casper
Country: US
Latitude: 42.908001°
Longitude: -106.463997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 10,164 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 8,679 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 6,484 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 7,696 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Casper-Natrona County International Airport

Overview

Casper-Natrona County International Airport serves central Wyoming as a medium-sized airport located at 5,350 feet above mean sea level. Situated near Casper, the airport offers multiple runway options covering different wind and operational scenarios with four paved runways ranging from 6,484 to 10,164 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KCPR are predominantly VFR, with 87.5% of observations indicating good visual flight conditions. Winds predominantly come from the southwest at an average of 12.2 knots, with temperature ranges from -25°C to 32°C. Pilots can expect favorable VFR conditions particularly in September, October, and November, with minimal periods of restricted visibility.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation of 5,350 feet MSL presents performance considerations for aircraft, particularly during warmer temperatures. Multiple runway configurations provide flexibility for different wind conditions, with each runway offering 100% favorable wind alignment. The diverse runway lengths accommodate various aircraft types and operational requirements.

Approach Considerations

Crosswind variations are modest across runways, ranging from 4.4 to 10.4 knots on average. Runway 03/21, the longest at 10,164 feet, offers the most conservative crosswind conditions at 4.4 knots. Pilots should anticipate southwest wind patterns and be prepared for potential rapid weather changes typical of high-elevation mountain region airports.

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.