Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (KDFW) Aviation Weather, METAR, TAF & ATIS Alerts
Live aviation weather for Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, including METAR, TAF, flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling, altimeter, runway crosswinds, and Telegram airport alerts.
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (KDFW) is one of the primary air-carrier airports serving Dallas-Fort Worth, TX at 607 ft. KDFW reports its own METAR and publishes a TAF, and broadcasts digital ATIS (D-ATIS), decoded live on this page as flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling and altimeter. Its 14 runways (13L, 13R, 17C, 17L), longest 13,401 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 KDFW in the ATIS Alerts Telegram bot to get a message the moment the ATIS letter changes or the weather drops below your selected minimums.
Wind from the south-southeast (150°) at 12 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, no cloud data, temperature 32°C (90°F), altimeter 29.97 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
METAR KDFW 140353Z 15012KT 10SM CLR 32/20 A2997 RMK AO2 SLP139 T03220200
What changed at KDFW?
Since the 0253Z (9:53 PM CDT) report, compared automatically against the latest METAR.
- Pressure rising: altimeter 29.95 → 29.97 inHg.
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Current pilot readout for KDFW
KDFW 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 17C, about 6 knots. Density altitude is approximately 2,750 ft (field elevation 607 ft). Review the latest TAF below for forecast changes before departure.
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D-ATIS
Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service, the live broadcast.
DFW ARR INFO H 0353Z. 16012KT 10SM CLR 32/20 A2997 (TWO NINER NINER SEVEN) RMK AO2 SLP139 T03220200. SIMUL VISUAL APCH TO RWYS, 18R, 17C. LDG RWY 17C EXP LAHSO TWY B 10460 FT AVAIL, LDG RWY 18R EXP LAHSO TWY B 10100 FT AVL. NOTICE TO AIRMEN. RWY 13L CLSD. RWY 13R CLSD. RWY 17L CLSD. RWY 18L CLSD. BIRD ACTIVITY VCNTY ARPT. ...ADVS YOU HAVE INFO H.
DFW DEP INFO I 0353Z. 16012KT 10SM CLR 32/20 A2997 (TWO NINER NINER SEVEN) RMK AO2 SLP139 T03220200. SIMUL PARL TRAFFIC DEPG RWYS 18R, 17R. NOTICE TO AIRMEN. RWY 13L CLSD. RWY 13R CLSD. RWY 17L CLSD. RWY 18L CLSD. BIRD ACTIVITY VCNTY ARPT. ...ADVS YOU HAVE INFO I.
Runway wind check
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 KDFW. This is intended as a planning aid only and should not replace official performance calculations or pilot judgment.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13R | 9,300 ft | CON | 12 kt head | 2 kt right |
| 13LFAV | 9,000 ft | CON | 12 kt head | 3 kt right |
| 17C | 13,400 ft | CON | 10 kt head | 6 kt left |
| 17L | 8,500 ft | CON | 10 kt head | 6 kt left |
| 17R | 13,400 ft | CON | 10 kt head | 6 kt left |
| 18L | 13,401 ft | CON | 10 kt head | 6 kt left |
| 18R | 13,400 ft | CON | 10 kt head | 6 kt left |
| 35C | 13,400 ft | CON | 10 kt tail | 6 kt right |
| 35L | 13,400 ft | CON | 10 kt tail | 6 kt right |
| 35R | 8,500 ft | CON | 10 kt tail | 6 kt right |
| 36L | 13,400 ft | CON | 10 kt tail | 6 kt right |
| 36R | 13,401 ft | CON | 10 kt tail | 6 kt right |
| 31L | 9,300 ft | CON | 12 kt tail | 2 kt left |
| 31R | 9,000 ft | CON | 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 22 h: wind 11→12 kt, ceiling unlimited → unlimited.
KDFW weather radar
Live NEXRAD + lightning, with a 4-hour future-radar forecast. Drag to pan, tap ⚡ to toggle lightning.
Live weather radar around Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in Dallas-Fort Worth, 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 KDFW is headed.
Radar: NOAA/NWS via IEM · Forecast: NOAA HRRR · Lightning: NOAA · Map © Stadia Maps © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap
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.
Pilot reports (PIREPs) within 100 NM of KDFW
Reported by pilots in flight over the past 6 hours, via aviationweather.gov.
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DFW UA /OV TTT220020/TM 0030/FLDUGD/TP B738/TB LGT TB 160-120
DFW UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV TTT220020Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0030Reported at 00:30 UTC.FLDUGDAltitude: hundreds of feet MSL. UNKN = unknown; DURC/DURD = during climb/descent.TP B738Aircraft type reporting.TB LGT TB 160-120Turbulence: light tb 16,000–12,000 ft.⚠️ PIREPs are unverified pilot reports. Not for operational use: conditions change between reports.
Recent aviation weather trends at KDFW
From ATIS Alerts' hourly weather history.
Over the past 24 hours, KDFW reported mostly VFR across 23 observations, with 0 flight-category changes. The strongest gust reached 21 kt. Wind most often came from the S.
- 17C/17L/17R/18L/18R
- 62%
- 13L/13R
- 33%
- 35C/35L/35R/36L/36R
- 4%
- 31L/31R
- 1%
TAF | Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
Issued 0254Z (9:54 PM CDT)
TAF KDFW 140254Z 1403/1506 17013KT P6SM SKC
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Nearby TFRs
Active FAA TFRs near KDFW
FAA TFR data shows an active temporary flight restriction near KDFW.
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Airport facts
Reference data from the OurAirports dataset.
- Type
- Large airport
- ICAO
- KDFW
- IATA
- DFW
- FAA LID
- DFW
- City
- Dallas-Fort Worth
- State
- Texas
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 607 ft
- Coordinates
- 32.8968, -97.0380
- Runways
- 14
- Longest runway
- 13,401 ft
- Weather reporting
- METAR · D-ATIS
- TAF
- Published
- ATIS
- 123.775 MHz
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Next sunset
- 19h 43m
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Nearby airports
Compare nearby METAR/TAF stations within 25, 50 and 100 NM before departure or arrival.
Within 25 NM
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25–50 NM
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50–100 NM
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Historical Flying Weather at KDFW
2006–2025 · ATIS Alerts Flying Weather Index
Based on historical observations from 2006–2025, KDFW reported VFR conditions during about 83.8% of valid daylight observations, with an estimated 292 VFR flying days a year. August had the most VFR weather; February had the most instrument conditions. Surface winds averaged 9.2 kt, calm 5.2% of the time.
Full historical breakdown
Flight category by month
| Month | VFR % | MVFR % | IFR % | LIFR % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 79.1 | 12.2 | 5.0 | 3.7 |
| Feb | 71.6 | 17.8 | 7.1 | 3.5 |
| Mar | 78.0 | 15.8 | 4.7 | 1.6 |
| Apr | 79.4 | 16.9 | 3.1 | 0.6 |
| May | 81.8 | 14.9 | 2.5 | 0.8 |
| Jun | 92.1 | 6.7 | 1.0 | 0.2 |
| Jul | 96.1 | 3.2 | 0.7 | 0.1 |
| Aug | 96.3 | 2.8 | 0.8 | 0.1 |
| Sep | 90.6 | 7.1 | 2.1 | 0.2 |
| Oct | 85.0 | 9.8 | 4.1 | 1.1 |
| Nov | 82.3 | 12.0 | 4.3 | 1.4 |
| Dec | 75.1 | 14.6 | 6.5 | 3.8 |
Average wind by month
| Month | Mean wind (kt) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 9.3 kt |
| Feb | 10.2 kt |
| Mar | 10.7 kt |
| Apr | 10.9 kt |
| May | 9.8 kt |
| Jun | 9.4 kt |
| Jul | 8.5 kt |
| Aug | 7.8 kt |
| Sep | 7.2 kt |
| Oct | 8.5 kt |
| Nov | 8.9 kt |
| Dec | 8.8 kt |
Historical summary of past observations: not a forecast or safety rating. Always check the current METAR, TAF, and a weather briefing before flight.
KDFW airport diagram
Official FAA taxiway and runway layout. Tap to zoom.
The FAA airport diagram for Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX shows the runway and taxiway layout across 14 runways, ramp areas, and hold-short positions. Review it before taxiing at an unfamiliar field.
Official FAA airport diagram · d-TPP cycle 2610 · Not for navigation. Download the official FAA PDF ↗
KDFW weather: frequently asked
What runways are available at KDFW?+
KDFW has 14 runways: 13L, 13R, 17C, 17L, 17R, 18L, 18R, 31L, 31R, 35C, 35L, 35R, 36L, 36R; the longest is 13,401 ft. This page computes the live crosswind for each runway end from the current wind.
Does KDFW report its own weather?+
Yes. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has its own weather station and publishes METAR observations, which this page decodes live.
Does KDFW have a TAF?+
Yes. The TAF is shown on this page below the current conditions.
Does KDFW broadcast D-ATIS?+
Yes. KDFW publishes digital ATIS, and the live broadcast text with its current information letter is shown on this page. The ATIS Alerts bot (@atisalerts_bot) can message you the moment the letter changes.
Where can I find the KDFW airport diagram?+
The official FAA airport diagram for Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (KDFW) 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 Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (KDFW)
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Read recent community-submitted pilot notes for Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, including runway conditions, wildlife activity, FBO/fuel notes, turbulence, ramp access, and local airport tips.
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