Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport

KRUT / RUT

Rutland, US

Last Updated
May 15, 04:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
04:56Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KRUT 150456Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM -RA OVC004 09/09 A2975 RMK AO2 SLP071 P0001 T00890089 401220083

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 787 ft
OVC 400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,187 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with overcast skies at 400 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is very low at 400 feet AGL (overcast), well below circling minimums at most airports.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

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

QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
981 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (787 ft)
Pressure Alt
975 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 444 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KRUT 142327Z 1500/1524 VRB04KT P6SM -SHRA OVC004 FM150400 VRB04KT P6SM OVC003 TEMPO 1508/1512 3SM BR FM151300 VRB03KT P6SM BKN015 FM151500 VRB03KT P6SM SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:03Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Light Showers Rain
08:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Mist
13:00Z FM151300
+8h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
15:00Z FM151500
+10h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RUT
01
19
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 5,000 ft 100 ft ASP 359°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
1° angle
13/31 3,170 ft 75 ft ASP 119°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
119° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KRUT

7,455 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.5%
MVFR
27.8%
IFR
6.2%
LIFR
4.5%

Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 15.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.7%
NE
1.1%
E
4.9%
SE
26.2%
S
7.5%
SW
6%
W
12.1%
NW
14.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 2°C
Range: -26°C to 27°C
-26°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.2%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

October September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,455 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KRUT
IATA Code: RUT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 787 ft MSL

Location

City: Rutland
Country: US
Latitude: 43.529400°
Longitude: -72.949600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 3,170 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport

Overview

Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport serves the Rutland region in southern Vermont, providing a crucial aviation gateway for the area. Located at an elevation of 787 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport supports general aviation and regional transportation needs in a mountainous New England landscape.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 60.9% of the time, with MVFR conditions present 29.4% of observations. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -21°C to 27°C, which pilots should consider for performance planning. Winds are typically from the southeast at an average of 7.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 17.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 01/19 at 5000 feet and Runway 13/31 at 3170 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with low average crosswind components of 5.6 and 3.3 knots respectively. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 9 statute miles with only 4% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions at this airport. Pilots should be prepared for potential fog (present in 1.3% of observations) and wind speeds up to 30 knots. The dual runway configuration provides flexibility for approach and departure, with consistent wind patterns supporting predictable operations.

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.