Reno-Tahoe International Airport (KRNO)
Reno, United States · North America
By Renzo, CPL
ICAO
KRNO
IATA
RNO
City
Reno
Country
United States
Region
North America
Elevation
4,415 ft
Runways
2 runways
Coordinates
39.4991, -119.7681
Overview
High-elevation airport near the Sierra Nevada with mountain wave turbulence and density altitude factors.
Current Weather at KRNO
Pilots flying into or out of Reno-Tahoe International Airport should always check the latest METAR (Meteorological Aerodrome Report) before departure. A METAR is a standardized weather observation issued every hour (or more frequently as a SPECI when conditions change rapidly). It includes wind direction and speed, visibility, cloud layers, temperature, dewpoint, and altimeter setting -- everything you need for a safe go/no-go decision.
Live conditions
Current METAR
METAR KRNO 080755Z 29003KT 10SM BKN200 17/00 A2992 RMK AO2 SLP086 T01670000 402670094Wind 290° at 3 kt — likely active runway near heading 29
Current TAF
TAF KRNO 080520Z 0806/0906 VRB05KT P6SM SCT150 BKN200 FM082000 26014G24KT P6SM SCT150 BKN200 FM082300 25020G32KT P6SM BKN200 WS020/24035KTDecode METAR for KRNO
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Check Weather Before Your Flight
A thorough weather briefing is essential for safe flight operations at Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Here are the key weather products every pilot should review:
- METARHourly surface observation for KRNO. Includes wind, visibility, ceiling, temp/dewpoint, and altimeter.
- TAFTerminal Aerodrome Forecast covering the next 24-30 hours. Look for expected wind shifts, visibility changes, and precipitation.
- NOTAMNotices to Air Missions for KRNO. Check for runway closures, taxiway restrictions, and navaid outages.
- PIREPPilot Reports from aircraft near Reno. Real-world turbulence, icing, and cloud top reports.
- SIG/AIRMETArea forecasts for significant weather, turbulence, and icing that may affect operations around Reno-Tahoe International Airport.
Learn to read sectional charts to plan your route visually, and use our crosswind calculator to check runway compatibility with current winds.
Pilot Resources at Reno-Tahoe International Airport
Radio Frequencies
Always verify current frequencies in the Chart Supplement (formerly A/FD) before flight. Common frequencies for airports like KRNO include ATIS/AWOS, Ground, Tower (if towered), Approach/Departure, and Clearance Delivery. Frequencies change -- never rely on outdated sources.
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