Palm Beach International Airport

KPBI / PBI

West Palm Beach, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 05:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
05:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
0 kt
6 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPBI 050553Z 00000KT 6SM FU FEW006 SCT250 27/23 A3002 RMK AO2 SLP164 FU FEW006 T02720228 10283 20261 58013 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 19 ft
FEW 600 ft AGL
FEW 600 ft AGL
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
619 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
619 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,019 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Palm Beach International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 25,000 feet and 6 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 600 ft, scattered at 25,000 ft, few at 600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Smoke, Haze, Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 15 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Smoke, Haze between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 19:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (19 ft)
Pressure Alt
-94 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,351 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPBI 050524Z 0506/0606 VRB03KT 6SM FU HZ SCT025 SCT250 TEMPO 0506/0509 VRB02KT 3SM FU HZ FEW025 SCT050 FM051200 VRB05KT P6SM SCT025 SCT250 FM051800 13006KT P6SM VCTS FEW025 SCT035CB PROB30 0519/0523 VRB15G25KT 4SM TSRA BKN030CB FM060200 VRB04KT P6SM FEW025 SCT050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Smoke, Haze
12:00Z FM051200
+6h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM051800
+12h
MVFR 130° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PBI
10L
28R
10R
28L
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
10L/28R 10,008 ft 150 ft ASPH-G 93°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
93° angle
10R/28L 3,213 ft 75 ft ASPH-G 93°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
93° angle
14/32 6,932 ft 150 ft ASPH-G 135°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
135° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPBI

7,484 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.5%
MVFR
7.2%
IFR
2.6%
LIFR
0.7%

Palm Beach International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, July, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 9%
Direction Distribution:
E
24.9%
N
9%
S
6.2%
W
8.2%
NE
13.4%
NW
12.6%
SE
12.2%
SW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.1°C
Range: -1°C to 36°C
-1°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

November July February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,484 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Palm Beach International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPBI
IATA Code: PBI
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 19 ft MSL

Location

City: West Palm Beach
Country: US
Latitude: 26.683201°
Longitude: -80.095596°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 10,008 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASPH-G
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 3,213 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASPH-G
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 6,932 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASPH-G
ILS: No

About Palm Beach International Airport

Overview

Palm Beach International Airport serves the West Palm Beach metropolitan area as a large airport situated at 19 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 26.683201, -80.095596 in southeastern Florida, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, general aviation, and potential military operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Being in coastal southeastern Florida, KPBI experiences maritime subtropical weather patterns characterized by potential thunderstorm activity and periodic tropical system influences. Pilots should anticipate variable wind conditions across the three runways, with potential crosswind challenges given the airport's coastal location and relatively low elevation.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with varying lengths: 10L/28R at 10,008 feet, 10R/28L at 3,213 feet, and 14/32 at 6,932 feet, all constructed with asphalt-grooved surfaces. Its multiple runway configuration provides operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions, enhancing overall airport resilience and capacity.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will depend primarily on prevailing wind direction, with the longer 10L/28R runway offering the most comprehensive approach options for larger aircraft. The multiple runway orientations (10/28 and 14/32) provide pilots multiple wind alignment options, which is particularly valuable in the variable coastal environment.

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.