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Weather Briefing
VFRPort Moresby Jacksons International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 13,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 216.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 14L/32R
Active: 32R
|
9,022 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 148° |
↑ 3.9 kt
•
↔ 0.7 kt
10° angle
|
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✈️ 14R/32L
Active: 32L
|
4,625 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 142° |
↑ 3.9 kt
•
↔ 0.7 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - AYPY
299 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8 knots. Calm conditions occur 12% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.5°C (range: 23°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.
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Statistics computed from 299 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport - Airport Information
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About Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport
Overview
Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Papua New Guinea, located in the capital city at an elevation of 146 feet above mean sea level. The airport handles significant international and domestic air traffic, featuring two parallel asphalted runways that support large aircraft operations.
Flying Conditions
Port Moresby's tropical location near 9.4 degrees south latitude creates consistent but dynamic weather conditions with potential rapid atmospheric changes. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and localized thunderstorm development, particularly during the wet season, which can impact visibility and wind conditions around the airport's 146-foot elevation.
Notable Features
The airport's geographic position presents unique terrain challenges, situated near coastal and mountainous regions that can generate complex wind patterns and potential turbulence. Both parallel runways (14L/32R at 9,022 feet and 14R/32L at 4,625 feet) provide operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions.
Approach Considerations
Approaches to Jacksons International Airport require careful attention to local terrain and potential wind shifts between runways. The longer 9,022-foot runway (14L/32R) provides preferred landing options for larger international aircraft, with runway headings aligned to accommodate prevailing wind patterns in the region.
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