State College Regional Airport

KUNV / SCE

State College, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 16:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
16:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
6 kt
340°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KUNV 041653Z 34006KT 10SM CLR 31/19 A3003

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 6 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 21:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KUNV 041128Z 0412/0512 24004KT P6SM SCT150 FM041500 28008KT P6SM SCT050 PROB30 0421/0503 3SM TSRA BKN050CB FM050300 VRB03KT 5SM BR BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z PROB30
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
03:00Z FM050300
+10h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UNV
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
6,701 ft 150 ft ASP 52°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KUNV

10,807 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.9%
MVFR
19.4%
IFR
4.1%
LIFR
3.5%

State College Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 108 knots. Calm conditions occur 28.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 108 kt
Calm Winds: 28.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.1%
N
4.1%
S
7.2%
W
24.4%
NE
6.3%
NW
10.7%
SE
1.8%
SW
14.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -19°C to 34°C
-19°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 10,807 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

State College Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KUNV
IATA Code: SCE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,239 ft MSL

Location

City: State College
Country: US
Latitude: 40.849374°
Longitude: -77.848520°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,701 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About State College Regional Airport

Overview

State College Regional Airport serves Centre County, Pennsylvania, located near Penn State University. As a medium-sized airport situated at 1239 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for central Pennsylvania's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 69.9% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 23.4% of observations. Temperatures range widely from -18°C to 30°C, with an average of 4.8°C, indicating significant seasonal variation that requires careful preflight planning.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 06/24, 6701 feet long with an asphalt surface. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly (270°) with an average speed of 8.1 knots, and calm conditions occur 32.1% of the time, which can impact landing and takeoff strategies.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 4.1 knots. Optimal VFR flying conditions are most consistent in October, September, and November, with excellent visibility averaging 9.3 statute miles and minimal instances of restricted visibility.

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.