Corpus Christi International Airport (KCRP) Aviation Weather, METAR, TAF & ATIS Alerts
Live aviation weather for Corpus Christi International Airport in Corpus Christi, TX, including METAR, TAF, flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling, altimeter, runway crosswinds, and Telegram airport alerts.
Corpus Christi International Airport (KCRP) is a regional airport serving Corpus Christi, TX at 44 ft. KCRP reports its own METAR and publishes a TAF — decoded live on this page as flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling and altimeter. Its 4 runways (13, 17, 31, 35) — longest 7,510 ft — are checked against the current wind in the crosswind table below. The official FAA airport diagram is at the bottom of the page. Track KCRP in the ATIS Alerts Telegram bot to get a message when a new METAR changes the picture — flight category, wind, or ceiling past your selected minimums.
Wind from the south-southeast (150°) at 12 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, a few clouds at 1,700 ft, temperature 28°C (82°F), altimeter 29.85 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
METAR KCRP 290351Z 15012KT 10SM FEW017 28/25 A2985 RMK AO2 SLP107 T02780250
What changed at KCRP?
Since the 0251Z (9:51 PM CDT) report — compared automatically against the latest METAR.
No significant changes since the 0251Z report — conditions are holding steady.
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Current pilot readout for KCRP
KCRP is currently VFR with winds from 150° at 12 knots, visibility 10+ statute miles, and no ceiling reported. The strongest crosswind component is currently on runway 17, about 6 knots. Density altitude is approximately 1,700 ft (field elevation 44 ft). Review the latest TAF below for forecast changes before departure.
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Estimated head/tailwind and crosswind for each runway end from the current reported wind.
Use this section to quickly compare current wind alignment across available runways at KCRP. This is intended as a planning aid only and should not replace official performance calculations or pilot judgment.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13FAV | 7,510 ft | ASP | 12 kt head | 3 kt right |
| 17 | 6,080 ft | ASP | 10 kt head | 6 kt left |
| 35 | 6,080 ft | ASP | 10 kt tail | 6 kt right |
| 31 | 7,510 ft | ASP | 12 kt tail | 3 kt left |
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24-hour trend
Wind, ceiling and flight category over the last 24 hours.
Over the last 23 h: wind 11→12 kt, ceiling unlimited → unlimited.
KCRP weather radar
Live NEXRAD + lightning, with a 4-hour future-radar forecast — drag to pan, tap ⚡ to toggle lightning.
Live weather radar around Corpus Christi International Airport in Corpus Christi, TX: the NOAA/NWS NEXRAD composite updates about every five minutes, with NOAA lightning strike density overlaid. The loop plays the past 50 minutes, then continues into a future-radar forecast (+1 to +4 hours, NOAA HRRR model) so you can see where precipitation around KCRP is headed.
Radar: NOAA/NWS via IEM · Forecast: NOAA HRRR · Lightning: NOAA · Map © OpenStreetMap © CARTO
Forecast frames (amber label) are HRRR model guidance, not observed radar. Lightning strike density appears as a blue-white glow when strikes are detected in view. Radar and lightning coverage are limited in parts of Alaska, Hawaii, and offshore areas. Not for navigation.
Recent aviation weather trends at KCRP
From ATIS Alerts' hourly weather history.
Over the past 24 hours, KCRP reported mostly VFR across 27 observations, with 4 flight-category changes. The strongest gust reached 27 kt, the lowest ceiling was 2,200 ft. Wind most often came from the S.
Most recent change: MVFR → VFR
Most recent change: MVFR → VFR
- 13
- 74%
- 17
- 26%
- 31
- 0%
- 35
- 0%
TAF — Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
Issued 2320Z (6:20 PM CDT)
TAF KCRP 282320Z 2900/2924 16020KT P6SM FEW025 FM290400 15010KT P6SM FEW020 FM291600 15017G24KT P6SM SCT250
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Airport facts
Reference data from the OurAirports dataset.
- Type
- Regional airport
- ICAO
- KCRP
- IATA
- CRP
- FAA LID
- CRP
- City
- Corpus Christi
- State
- Texas
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 44 ft
- Coordinates
- 27.7704, -97.5012
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 7,510 ft
- Weather reporting
- Reports METAR
- TAF
- Published
- ATIS
- 126.8 MHz
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Next sunset
- 21h 28m
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Nearby airports
Compare nearby METAR/TAF stations within 25, 50 and 100 NM before departure or arrival.
Within 25 NM
8 airports+2 more within 25 NM
25–50 NM
8 airports+2 more within 50 NM
50–100 NM
8 airports+2 more within 100 NM
RC flying fields nearby
AMA model-aircraft club fields around this airport — live wind, crosswind & flyability on each page.
- Bill Witt City Park — Corpus Christi, TX · 11 mi
- Bishop Municipal Airport — Bishop, TX · 19 mi
- Coastal Bend Radio Control Association - Schwenke's field of dreams — Aransas Pass, TX · 22 mi
Historical Flying Weather
2006–2025 · ATIS Alerts Flying Weather Index
Based on historical observations from 2006–2025, KCRP reported VFR conditions during about 81.8% of valid daylight observations, with an estimated 274 VFR flying days a year. August had the most VFR weather; April had the most instrument conditions. Surface winds averaged 9.9 kt, calm 5.3% of the time.
Full historical breakdown
Flight category by month
| Month | VFR % | MVFR % | IFR % | LIFR % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 72.2 | 13.2 | 7.8 | 6.8 |
| Feb | 63.5 | 16.5 | 10.9 | 9.1 |
| Mar | 66.4 | 18.7 | 10.2 | 4.7 |
| Apr | 63.4 | 26.5 | 8.1 | 2.0 |
| May | 70.2 | 26.8 | 2.5 | 0.5 |
| Jun | 89.8 | 9.6 | 0.6 | 0.1 |
| Jul | 93.5 | 5.7 | 0.6 | 0.1 |
| Aug | 96.5 | 3.0 | 0.4 | 0.1 |
| Sep | 94.5 | 4.5 | 0.8 | 0.1 |
| Oct | 90.2 | 7.2 | 1.7 | 0.9 |
| Nov | 82.3 | 10.7 | 4.7 | 2.4 |
| Dec | 69.3 | 16.7 | 7.7 | 6.3 |
Average wind by month
| Month | Mean wind (kt) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 10.1 kt |
| Feb | 11.1 kt |
| Mar | 12.1 kt |
| Apr | 12.2 kt |
| May | 11.1 kt |
| Jun | 9.2 kt |
| Jul | 9.0 kt |
| Aug | 8.4 kt |
| Sep | 7.7 kt |
| Oct | 8.6 kt |
| Nov | 9.5 kt |
| Dec | 9.6 kt |
Historical summary of past observations — not a forecast or safety rating. Always check the current METAR, TAF, and a weather briefing before flight.
KCRP airport diagram
Official FAA taxiway and runway layout. Tap to zoom.
The FAA airport diagram for Corpus Christi International Airport in Corpus Christi, TX shows the runway and taxiway layout across 4 runways, ramp areas, and hold-short positions — review it before taxiing at an unfamiliar field.
Official FAA airport diagram · d-TPP cycle 2608 · Not for navigation. Download the official FAA PDF ↗
KCRP weather — frequently asked
What runways are available at KCRP?+
KCRP has 4 runways — 13, 17, 31, 35; the longest is 7,510 ft. This page computes the live crosswind for each runway end from the current wind.
Does KCRP report its own weather?+
Yes — Corpus Christi International Airport has its own weather station and publishes METAR observations, which this page decodes live.
Does KCRP have a TAF?+
Yes — the TAF is shown on this page below the current conditions.
Does KCRP broadcast D-ATIS?+
No — KCRP does not broadcast D-ATIS. Alerts for KCRP from the ATIS Alerts bot (@atisalerts_bot) are based on its METAR instead.
Where can I find the KCRP airport diagram?+
The official FAA airport diagram for Corpus Christi International Airport (KCRP) is shown on this page — it maps the runway and taxiway layout, ramps, and hold-short lines. Tap it to zoom, or download the official FAA PDF free from the link under the diagram (updated every 28-day FAA charting cycle).
Pilot PIREPs for Corpus Christi International Airport (KCRP)
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Read recent community-submitted pilot notes for Corpus Christi International Airport, including runway conditions, wildlife activity, FBO/fuel notes, turbulence, ramp access, and local airport tips.
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