L.F. Wade International Airport

TXKF / BDA

Hamilton, BM

Last Updated
May 15, 00:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
00:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
26 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
23,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TXKF 150055Z 21026KT 9999 FEW008 SCT100 OVC230 23/20 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 12 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
OVC 23,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
812 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,012 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
23,012 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

L.F. Wade International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 23,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 26 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 26-knot crosswind component. These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 23000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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. 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: Mist, Showers Rain, Mist, Heavy Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 24 knots during the period. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain, Mist between 00:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Heavy Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 15:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (12 ft)
Pressure Alt
-11 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 952 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF TXKF 142333Z 1500/1524 21022KT 9999 VCSH BR SCT012 BKN030 OVC100 PROB40 TEMPO 1500/1521 4000 SHRA BR SCT008 BKN012 PROB30 TEMPO 1503/1515 21024G34KT 2000 +SHRA SCT004 BKN008CB BECMG 1521/1524
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 22 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Mist
03:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
LIFR 210° 24 kt
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Heavy Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
XKF
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
9,705 ft 150 ft ASP 102°
0.0 kt 26.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - TXKF

7,313 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.7%
MVFR
13.5%
IFR
7.8%
LIFR
2%

L.F. Wade International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 12.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 31°C with an average of 20.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 12.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.6%
NE
8.9%
E
9.3%
SE
7.8%
S
17.8%
SW
14.6%
W
18.8%
NW
11.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.5°C
Range: 7°C to 31°C
7°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

November September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,313 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

L.F. Wade International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TXKF
IATA Code: BDA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 12 ft MSL

Location

City: Hamilton
Country: BM
Latitude: 32.363998°
Longitude: -64.678703°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 9,705 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About L.F. Wade International Airport

Overview

L.F. Wade International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Bermuda, located near Hamilton. Situated at 12 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 32.363998, -64.678703, the airport handles medium-sized commercial and general aviation traffic. Its single runway (12/30) measures 9,705 feet long with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at L.F. Wade are predominantly VFR, with 83.9% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 12.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 37 knots. Temperature remains consistent, averaging 22.2°C with a comfortable range between 13°C and 31°C, supporting stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport experiences minimal meteorological disruptions, with virtually no reported fog and consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Seasonal patterns show November, September, and December as the most favorable months for VFR operations. The runway demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with a 100% favorable wind condition and an average crosswind of just 7.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 offers reliable wind conditions for approaches, with southern winds providing predictable landing characteristics. Pilots can expect stable approach conditions with high probability of visual meteorological conditions. The low elevation and consistent weather patterns contribute to generally straightforward arrival and departure procedures.

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
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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.