Kilimanjaro International Airport

HTKJ / JRO

Arusha, TZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
3 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
2,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HTKJ 041800Z 02003KT 330V060 9999 TS FEW021CB BKN022 23/20 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,932 ft
FEW 2,100 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,032 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,132 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
919 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,932 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,820 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,484 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF HTKJ 041700Z 0418/0518 09010KT 9999 FEW020CB BKN022 PROB30 TEMPO 0422/0502 TSRA BECMG 0503/0505 BKN018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:22Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,200 ft
22:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+3h
VFR
Thunderstorm Rain
03:00Z BECMG
+8h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,800 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TKJ
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
11,834 ft 148 ft ASP 87°
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - HTKJ

2,107 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76%
MVFR
23.7%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Kilimanjaro International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 13°C and 36°C with an average of 26°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.2%
NE
15.8%
E
62.4%
SE
5.6%
S
3.4%
SW
2.6%
W
2.4%
NW
4.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 26°C
Range: 13°C to 36°C
13°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 2,107 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kilimanjaro International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HTKJ
IATA Code: JRO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,932 ft MSL

Location

City: Arusha
Country: TZ
Latitude: -3.429410°
Longitude: 37.074501°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 11,834 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kilimanjaro International Airport

Overview

Kilimanjaro International Airport serves the northern Tanzanian region, strategically located near Arusha and in proximity to Mount Kilimanjaro. As a medium airport situated at 2,932 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and international operations in this important East African transportation hub.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 77.8% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Winds are consistently from the east at an average of 8.5 knots, with maximum gusts up to 20 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 13°C to 34°C, with an average of 26°C, creating generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 09/27, extending 11,834 feet with an asphalt surface. Its elevation and geographic location near significant terrain suggest potential wind gradient and orographic effects that pilots should consider during approach and departure. The consistent easterly wind pattern provides predictable meteorological conditions for flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a minimal average crosswind of 2.5 knots. January, November, and September represent the best months for visual flight conditions. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions with excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal risk of fog or low ceiling interruptions.

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.