Kalaeloa Airport

PHJR / JRF

Kapolei, US

Last Updated
May 15, 06:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
06:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
4 kt
50°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR PHJR 150653Z 05004KT 10SM FEW055 SCT070 22/20 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP161 T02220200 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 30 ft
FEW 5,500 ft AGL
SCT 7,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,530 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,030 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kalaeloa Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 7,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,500 ft, scattered at 7,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Rain, Mist.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (30 ft)
Pressure Alt
-53 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 794 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF PHJR 150520Z 1506/1606 VRB06KT P6SM -SHRA FEW025 OVC045 FM152000 12010KT 6SM -SHRA SCT025 BKN040 FM160500 VRB06KT 5SM -RA BR OVC030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HJR
04L ✈️
22R
04R ✈️
22L
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04L/22R
Active: 04L
4,500 ft 200 ft ASP 55°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
✈️ 04R/22L
Active: 04R
8,000 ft 200 ft ASP 55°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
11/29 6,000 ft 200 ft ASP 118°
1.5 kt 3.7 kt
68° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - PHJR

8,954 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84%
MVFR
13.2%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
0.7%

Kalaeloa Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 33°C with an average of 23.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.7%
NE
45.4%
E
14.3%
SE
8.4%
S
9.8%
SW
6.2%
W
3.7%
NW
1.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.7°C
Range: 13°C to 33°C
13°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

May September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 8,954 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kalaeloa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: PHJR
IATA Code: JRF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Kapolei
Country: US
Latitude: 21.307400°
Longitude: -158.070009°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+11

Runway Information

Runway 04L/22R
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 8,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kalaeloa Airport

Overview

Kalaeloa Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Kapolei, Hawaii, serving general aviation and local transportation needs. Situated at an elevation of 30 feet MSL, the airport offers three asphalt runways that accommodate various aircraft operations. Its strategic location near Honolulu provides an important alternative to the busier nearby airports.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kalaeloa are predominantly VFR, with 90.5% of observations showing clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the northeast at an average of 6 knots, with occasional peaks up to 22 knots, characterize the airport's wind profile. Temperature ranges from 13°C to 33°C, with an average of 24.3°C, creating generally stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways: 04L/22R at 4,500 feet, 04R/22L at 8,000 feet, and 11/29 at 6,000 feet. All runways are constructed of asphalt and provide multiple approach options. The airport experiences minimal meteorological challenges, with only 1.2% of observations reporting IFR conditions and a very low occurrence of fog (0.1% of observations).

Approach Considerations

All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions, with minimal average crosswinds. Runway 04L/22R and 04R/22L have an average crosswind of 2.6 knots, while runway 11/29 shows a slightly higher average crosswind of 4.4 knots. Pilots can expect excellent visibility, with an average of 9.7 statute miles and only 0.8% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

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.