Telluride Regional Airport

KTEX / TEX

Telluride, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
03:35Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
5 kt
140°
4 SM
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1032 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTEX 050335Z AUTO 14005KT 4SM HZ OVC050 17/M06 A3048 RMK AO2

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 9,070 ft
OVC 5,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,070 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Telluride Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 5,000 feet and 4 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 5 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of -6°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Smoke.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1032 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
730 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (9,070 ft)
Pressure Alt
8,508 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 10,925 ft
ISA Deviation: +20.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KTEX 042320Z 0500/0524 28008KT 5SM FU SCT040 SCT110 FM050200 14004KT 4SM FU FEW100 FM051200 VRB03KT P6SM SKC FM051800 26006KT P6SM FEW150
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:58Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 280° 8 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Smoke
12:00Z FM051200
+9h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TEX
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
6,870 ft 100 ft ASP 105°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KTEX

19,798 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.8%
MVFR
3.6%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
1.3%

Telluride Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 23% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 23%
Direction Distribution:
E
4.5%
N
1.4%
S
9.4%
W
21.4%
NE
0.8%
NW
3.9%
SE
29.7%
SW
5.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.2°C
Range: -18°C to 26°C
-18°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.6%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

July June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 19,798 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Telluride Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTEX
IATA Code: TEX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 9,070 ft MSL

Location

City: Telluride
Country: US
Latitude: 37.953800°
Longitude: -107.907997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,870 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Telluride Regional Airport

Overview

Telluride Regional Airport serves the mountainous region of southwestern Colorado, situated at a high elevation of 9,070 feet above mean sea level. Located near the renowned ski town of Telluride, the airport provides critical access to this remote alpine community, supporting both recreational and utility aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions 91.9% of the time, with minimal IFR and LIFR occurrences. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -16°C to 21°C, with an average of 3.5°C. Wind conditions are characterized by southeastern prevailing winds at an average of 6.2 knots, with calm periods occurring 25.6% of the time.

Notable Features

Positioned in challenging mountainous terrain, Telluride Regional Airport features a single asphalt runway (09/27) extending 6,870 feet in length. The high elevation and surrounding topography create unique aeronautical challenges, requiring pilots to be particularly mindful of density altitude effects and terrain proximity during operations.

Approach Considerations

The runway benefits from highly favorable wind alignments, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 3.4 knots. September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots navigating this high-altitude airport environment.

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.