Jamestown Regional Airport

KJMS / JMS

Jamestown, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
03:56Z

🌅 Dawn
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
5 kt
110°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KJMS 050356Z AUTO 11005KT 10SM CLR 21/15 A3001 RMK AO2 SLP157 T02110150

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 from the east-southeast (110°) at 5 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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: 2,498 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KJMS 042320Z 0500/0524 VRB04KT P6SM FEW040 SCT150 FM051600 16010KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
16:00Z FM051600
+12h
VFR 160° 10 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°
2.0 kt 4.6 kt
66° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
6,500 ft 100 ft ASP 134°
4.7 kt 1.7 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 - 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.