Jamestown Regional Airport

KJMS / JMS

Jamestown, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 07:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
07:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJMS 050756Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 18/16 A3001 RMK AO2 SLP156 T01830161

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jamestown Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
966 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,500 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,418 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,138 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KJMS 050530Z 0506/0606 VRB04KT P6SM FEW150 FM051500 17008KT P6SM SCT045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM051500
+7h
VFR 170° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JMS
04
22
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 5,749 ft 75 ft ASP 44°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
44° angle
13/31 6,500 ft 100 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 - KJMS

8,619 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.7%
MVFR
20.5%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
4.4%

Jamestown Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -29°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 10.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 5%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.8%
N
13.7%
S
16.6%
W
12.1%
NE
6.2%
NW
22.7%
SE
10.6%
SW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.3°C
Range: -29°C to 33°C
-29°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.3%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.5 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 8,619 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jamestown Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KJMS
IATA Code: JMS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,500 ft MSL

Location

City: Jamestown
Country: US
Latitude: 46.929699°
Longitude: -98.678200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,749 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jamestown Regional Airport

Overview

Jamestown Regional Airport serves the Jamestown area in North Dakota, positioned at an elevation of 1,500 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, featuring two asphalt runways capable of accommodating a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly visual flight conditions, with 62.3% of observations reporting VFR weather. The airport experiences significant temperature variation, ranging from -29°C to 30°C, with an average temperature of -0.1°C. Prevailing winds from the northwest (315°) average 10.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 38 knots.

Notable Features

The airport has two runways: Runway 04/22 at 5,749 feet and Runway 13/31 at 6,500 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 04/22 experiencing an average crosswind of 8.8 knots and Runway 13/31 averaging 5 knots of crosswind. Visibility typically remains excellent, with an average of 9 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, with 3.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles and 3.7% of observations indicating fog conditions. Wind considerations and runway selection should prioritize the prevailing northwest wind pattern.

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.