Jacksonville International Airport

KJAX / JAX

Jacksonville, US

Last Updated
May 14, 14:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
14:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
10 kt
340° G17 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJAX 141456Z 34010G17KT 10SM FEW020 28/16 A2989 RMK AO2 SLP123 T02780161 51005 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 30 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,030 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jacksonville International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 10 knots with gusts to 17 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 6 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 23 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (30 ft)
Pressure Alt
68 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,635 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KJAX 141316Z 1413/1512 27007KT P6SM FEW005 FM141400 30008KT P6SM FEW030 FM141700 30011G20KT P6SM SCT050 FM142200 32006KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z FM141700
+2h
VFR 300° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
22:00Z FM142200
+7h
VFR 320° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JAX
08
26
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 10,000 ft 150 ft CON 71°
0.2 kt 10.0 kt
91° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
7,701 ft 150 ft CON 131°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KJAX

6,541 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.6%
MVFR
12.5%
IFR
5.3%
LIFR
5.6%

Jacksonville International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 22% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 22%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.8%
N
13.8%
S
5.7%
W
13.6%
NE
14.7%
NW
9.2%
SE
4.3%
SW
8.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.5°C
Range: -6°C to 34°C
-6°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

November September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,541 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jacksonville International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJAX
IATA Code: JAX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Jacksonville
Country: US
Latitude: 30.492469°
Longitude: -81.687813°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 7,701 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Jacksonville International Airport

Overview

Jacksonville International Airport serves as a primary commercial and cargo aviation hub for northeast Florida. Located in Duval County, the airport handles significant passenger and freight traffic for the Jacksonville metropolitan area. Its strategic position and substantial runway infrastructure make it a key transportation facility in the southeastern United States.

Flying Conditions

Jacksonville's coastal location produces variable weather conditions typical of subtropical maritime climates, with potential for sudden meteorological changes. The airport's relatively low elevation of 30 ft MSL means minimal terrain-induced turbulence, but proximity to the Atlantic coast can introduce marine layer conditions and occasional crosswind challenges. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial concrete runways: Runway 08/26 at 10,000 feet and Runway 14/32 at 7,701 feet, providing significant operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types. Its geographical coordinates (30.492469, -81.687813) situate the airport in a region with generally stable atmospheric conditions but potential for rapid weather development due to coastal proximity. The runway configuration allows for efficient operations under varying wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Given the airport's two parallel and perpendicular runways, pilots have multiple approach options depending on prevailing wind vectors. Runway 08/26's longer length provides advantages for larger aircraft and offers more landing tolerance. The 30 ft mean sea level elevation suggests minimal altitude-related approach complexities, though standard instrument approach procedures should be carefully reviewed prior to operation.

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

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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.