Lancaster Airport (KLNS) Aviation Weather, METAR, TAF & ATIS Alerts
Live aviation weather for Lancaster Airport in Lancaster, PA, including METAR, TAF, flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling, altimeter, runway crosswinds, and Telegram airport alerts.
Lancaster Airport (KLNS) is a regional airport serving Lancaster, PA at 403 ft. KLNS reports its own METAR and publishes a TAF, decoded live on this page as flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling and altimeter. Its 4 runways (08, 13, 26, 31), longest 6,933 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 KLNS 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 east-northeast (070°) at 4 kt, visibility 5 statute miles, overcast at 1,300 ft, temperature 21°C (69°F), altimeter 29.98 inHg. Conditions are Marginal VFR (MVFR), ceiling 1,300 ft.
METAR KLNS 130653Z AUTO 07004KT 5SM +RA BR OVC013 21/19 A2998 RMK AO2 RAB39 SLP148 P0004 T02060189
What changed at KLNS?
Since the 0627Z (2:27 AM EDT) report, compared automatically against the latest METAR.
- Visibility dropped from 10 SM to 5 SM.
- Rain began (+RA).
- Temperature–dewpoint spread narrowed to 2°C. Watch for fog or low cloud.
- Mist began (BR).
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Current pilot readout for KLNS
KLNS is currently MVFR with winds from 070° at 4 knots, visibility 5 statute miles, and a 1,300 ft ceiling. The strongest crosswind component is currently on runway 13, about 3 knots. Density altitude is approximately 1,100 ft (field elevation 403 ft). Review the latest TAF below for forecast changes before departure.
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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 KLNS. This is intended as a planning aid only and should not replace official performance calculations or pilot judgment.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08FAV | 6,933 ft | ASP | 4 kt head | 0 kt |
| 13 | 4,102 ft | ASP | 3 kt head | 3 kt left |
| 31 | 4,102 ft | ASP | 3 kt tail | 3 kt right |
| 26 | 6,933 ft | ASP | 4 kt tail | 0 kt |
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24-hour trend
Wind, ceiling and flight category over the last 24 hours.
Over the last 22 h: wind 3→4 kt, ceiling unlimited → 1,300 ft.
KLNS weather radar
Live NEXRAD + lightning, with a 4-hour future-radar forecast. Drag to pan, tap ⚡ to toggle lightning.
Live weather radar around Lancaster Airport in Lancaster, PA: 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 KLNS 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 KLNS
Reported by pilots in flight over the past 6 hours, via aviationweather.gov.
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ACY UA /OV ACY310001/TM 0625/FL008/TP A320/SK OVC008/RM OVC008 ON FINAL RWY 13, ADDITIONAL OVC070 INBOUND FOR ACY A/P
ACY UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV ACY310001Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0625Reported at 06:25 UTC.FL008Altitude: 800 ft MSL.TP A320Aircraft type reporting.SK OVC008Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.RM OVC008 ON FINAL RWY 13, A…Remarks.Show raw report
BWI UA /OV BAL330006/TM 0415/FL012/TP C25A/SK BASES OVC015
BWI UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV BAL330006Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0415Reported at 04:15 UTC.FL012Altitude: 1,200 ft MSL.TP C25AAircraft type reporting.SK BASES OVC015Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
MDT UA /OV THV/TM 0306/FL025/TP C340/SK BKN025
MDT UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV THVLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0306Reported at 03:06 UTC.FL025Altitude: 2,500 ft MSL.TP C340Aircraft type reporting.SK BKN025Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
MDT UA /OV CXY/TM 0255/FL026/TP HELO/SK BKN026
MDT UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV CXYLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0255Reported at 02:55 UTC.FL026Altitude: 2,600 ft MSL.TP HELOAircraft type reporting.SK BKN026Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.Show raw report
BWI UA /OV BAL330006/TM 0238/FLDURD/TP BCS3/SK BKN022
BWI UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV BAL330006Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0238Reported at 02:38 UTC.FLDURDReported during descent.TP BCS3Aircraft type reporting.SK BKN022Sky condition: cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.⚠️ PIREPs are unverified pilot reports. Not for operational use: conditions change between reports.
Recent aviation weather trends at KLNS
From ATIS Alerts' hourly weather history.
Over the past 24 hours, KLNS reported mostly VFR across 27 observations, with 9 flight-category changes. The lowest ceiling was 1,300 ft. Wind most often came from the SE.
Most recent change: VFR → MVFR
Most recent change: VFR → MVFR
- 26
- 29%
- 31
- 29%
- 13
- 24%
- 08
- 18%
TAF | Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
Issued 0533Z (1:33 AM EDT)
TAF KLNS 130533Z 1306/1406 11003KT P6SM -SHRA OVC015 FM130800 VRB03KT 4SM -SHRA BR OVC007 FM131600 28004KT P6SM OVC015 FM131900 27006KT P6SM SCT025 BKN035 FM132200 26004KT P6SM FEW035 FM140300 31006KT P6SM SCT050 SCT100
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Airport facts
Reference data from the OurAirports dataset.
- Type
- Regional airport
- ICAO
- KLNS
- IATA
- LNS
- FAA LID
- LNS
- City
- Lancaster
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 403 ft
- Coordinates
- 40.1217, -76.2961
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 6,933 ft
- Weather reporting
- Reports METAR
- TAF
- Published
- ATIS
- 125.675 MHz
- CTAF
- 120.9 MHz
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Next sunset
- 15h 11m
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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
9 airports+3 more within 50 NM
50–100 NM
7 airports+1 more within 100 NM
RC flying fields nearby
AMA model-aircraft club fields around this airport: live wind, crosswind & flyability on each page.
- Lancaster Area Soaring Society Inc. 1 , Manheim, PA · 4 mi
- Brunnerville R/C Flying Club - Lincoln Rd , Lititz, PA · 5 mi
- Julius Goldfarb Memorial Field , Lancaster, PA · 5 mi
Historical Flying Weather at KLNS
2006–2025 · ATIS Alerts Flying Weather Index
Based on historical observations from 2006–2025, KLNS reported VFR conditions during about 78.3% of valid daylight observations, with an estimated 269 VFR flying days a year. July had the most VFR weather; December had the most instrument conditions. Surface winds averaged 6.1 kt, calm 18.0% of the time.
Full historical breakdown
Flight category by month
| Month | VFR % | MVFR % | IFR % | LIFR % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 76.2 | 11.5 | 6.9 | 5.3 |
| Feb | 77.0 | 10.4 | 7.4 | 5.2 |
| Mar | 79.7 | 10.9 | 5.7 | 3.6 |
| Apr | 80.9 | 12.4 | 4.7 | 2.0 |
| May | 75.2 | 15.3 | 6.5 | 3.0 |
| Jun | 80.5 | 13.2 | 5.1 | 1.2 |
| Jul | 81.3 | 14.1 | 3.3 | 1.3 |
| Aug | 78.7 | 15.3 | 4.3 | 1.6 |
| Sep | 76.6 | 15.2 | 5.8 | 2.5 |
| Oct | 75.7 | 15.8 | 5.2 | 3.4 |
| Nov | 81.2 | 11.4 | 4.5 | 2.9 |
| Dec | 71.0 | 14.9 | 7.3 | 6.9 |
Average wind by month
| Month | Mean wind (kt) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 7.0 kt |
| Feb | 7.3 kt |
| Mar | 7.8 kt |
| Apr | 7.5 kt |
| May | 6.0 kt |
| Jun | 5.7 kt |
| Jul | 4.7 kt |
| Aug | 4.4 kt |
| Sep | 4.7 kt |
| Oct | 5.6 kt |
| Nov | 6.1 kt |
| Dec | 6.4 kt |
Historical summary of past observations: not a forecast or safety rating. Always check the current METAR, TAF, and a weather briefing before flight.
KLNS airport diagram
Official FAA taxiway and runway layout. Tap to zoom.
The FAA airport diagram for Lancaster Airport in Lancaster, PA 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 2610 · Not for navigation. Download the official FAA PDF ↗
KLNS weather: frequently asked
What runways are available at KLNS?+
KLNS has 4 runways: 08, 13, 26, 31; the longest is 6,933 ft. This page computes the live crosswind for each runway end from the current wind.
Does KLNS report its own weather?+
Yes. Lancaster Airport has its own weather station and publishes METAR observations, which this page decodes live.
Does KLNS have a TAF?+
Yes. The TAF is shown on this page below the current conditions.
Does KLNS broadcast D-ATIS?+
No. KLNS does not broadcast D-ATIS. Alerts for KLNS from the ATIS Alerts bot (@atisalerts_bot) are based on its METAR instead.
Where can I find the KLNS airport diagram?+
The official FAA airport diagram for Lancaster Airport (KLNS) 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 Lancaster Airport (KLNS)
Community-submittedCommunity-submitted airport notes from pilots about runway conditions, wildlife, FBOs, fuel, turbulence, ramp access, and local tips.
Read recent community-submitted pilot notes for Lancaster Airport, including runway conditions, wildlife activity, FBO/fuel notes, turbulence, ramp access, and local airport tips.
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