Indianapolis International Airport

KIND / IND

Indianapolis, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
10:54Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
25,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KIND 041054Z 00000KT 10SM FEW040 SCT100 BKN250 24/21 A3003 RMK AO2 SLP162 T02390211

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 797 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,797 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,797 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,797 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Indianapolis International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 25000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (797 ft)
Pressure Alt
685 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,956 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KIND 040520Z 0406/0512 20005KT P6SM SCT250 FM041200 20007KT P6SM SCT250 FM041800 23009KT P6SM SCT050 BKN100 TEMPO 0422/0502 2SM -TSRA OVC035CB FM050200 23004KT P6SM SCT050 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z FM041200
+1h
VFR 200° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM041800
+7h
VFR 230° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
22:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IND
05L
23R
05R
23L
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05L/23R 11,200 ft 150 ft CON 44°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
44° angle
05R/23L 10,000 ft 150 ft CON 44°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
44° angle
14/32 7,605 ft 150 ft ASP 134°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
134° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KIND

8,472 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.7%
MVFR
19.8%
IFR
7.8%
LIFR
2.7%

Indianapolis International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -20°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 5.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.6%
N
8.4%
S
15.9%
W
18%
NE
7.7%
NW
9.5%
SE
9.1%
SW
17.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.9°C
Range: -20°C to 33°C
-20°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.4%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

July September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 05L/23R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 05R/23L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 8,472 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Indianapolis International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KIND
IATA Code: IND
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 797 ft MSL

Location

City: Indianapolis
Country: US
Latitude: 39.717300°
Longitude: -86.294403°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05L/23R
Length: 11,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 05R/23L
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 7,605 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Indianapolis International Airport

Overview

Indianapolis International Airport serves as a major commercial and cargo hub in central Indiana, strategically located near the city of Indianapolis. As a large airport with three substantial runways, KIND provides critical aviation infrastructure for both passenger and freight operations in the Midwestern United States. The airport sits at an elevation of 797 feet above mean sea level, offering relatively moderate terrain for aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's location in the Midwestern region typically experiences variable weather conditions with significant seasonal changes that can impact flight operations. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and crosswind conditions, particularly when utilizing the parallel runways 05L/23R and 05R/23L. The longest runway (05L/23R at 11,200 feet) provides substantial landing and takeoff options for most aircraft types.

Notable Features

Indianapolis International Airport features three concrete and asphalt runways with considerable length, enabling operations for a wide range of aircraft classes. The airport's geographic positioning at 39.717300, -86.294403 places it in a relatively flat regional landscape, which generally supports stable approach and departure conditions. The presence of three runways allows for operational flexibility during different wind and weather scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will typically depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the parallel runways 05L/23R and 05R/23L offering primary commercial traffic capabilities. The shorter runway 14/32 at 7,605 feet provides an additional operational option for smaller aircraft or during specific wind alignments. Pilots should carefully assess current wind vectors and runway conditions to determine the most appropriate approach and landing strategy.

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.