Jersey Airport

EGJJ / JER

St. Peter, JE

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 6 min ago
21:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
13 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGJJ 222150Z AUTO 07013KT 9999 NCD 11/07 Q1022

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jersey Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 13 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 21:00Z and 06:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGJJ 221954Z 2221/2306 07016KT CAVOK TEMPO 2221/2306 09018G28KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 16 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GJJ
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
5,594 ft 148 ft ASP 83°
12.8 kt 2.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EGJJ

9,958 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.4%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
6.4%
LIFR
6.9%

Jersey Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 12.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 58 knots. Temperatures typically range between 0°C and 25°C with an average of 10.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 12.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 58 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.9%
NE
7.2%
E
13%
SE
12.8%
S
21.6%
SW
14.2%
W
16%
NW
9.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.6°C
Range: 0°C to 25°C
0°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

April November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.5 kt

Statistics computed from 9,958 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jersey Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGJJ
IATA Code: JER
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 277 ft MSL

Location

City: St. Peter
Country: JE
Latitude: 49.207901°
Longitude: -2.195510°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,594 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Jersey Airport

Overview

Jersey Airport (EGJJ) serves as a critical medium-sized airport located in St. Peter, Jersey, situated at an elevation of 277 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 49.207901, -2.195510, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Channel Islands region, supporting various flight operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Jersey Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable VFR flying conditions, with 71.6% of observations indicating visual flight rules. Pilots can expect consistent wind patterns predominantly from the south at an average of 12.9 knots, with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 21°C and an average of 11.1°C. The best VFR months are November, September, and October, offering optimal flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (08/26) measuring 5,594 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind data indicates 100% runway favorability, with an average crosswind of 7.8 knots, suggesting generally stable approach conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog occurs in only 1.1% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 provides consistent wind alignment, with southern prevailing winds supporting predictable approach patterns. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations, noting maximum recorded wind speeds of 58 knots. The low occurrence of instrument meteorological conditions (IFR/LIFR at 10.3%) suggests typically reliable visual approach opportunities.

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.