Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport

KATL / ATL

Atlanta, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 08:52Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
08:52Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
180°
10 SM
Visibility
25,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KATL 050852Z 18005KT 10SM BKN250 16/12 A3018 RMK AO2 SLP213 T01610122 55011 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,026 ft
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,026 ft AMSL
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,026 ft)
Pressure Alt
764 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,130 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KATL 050817Z 0508/0612 16005KT P6SM BKN250 FM051000 16004KT 6SM BR FEW004 SCT150 TEMPO 0511/0515 1SM BR BKN004 FM051600 19007KT P6SM SCT015 BKN035 FM051800 19008KT P6SM SCT045 FM060000 19004KT P6SM SCT100 FM060400 21004KT P6SM SCT008 BKN035 TEMPO 0610/0612 BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:09Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
10:00Z FM051000
+1h
VFR 160° 4 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Mist
11:00Z TEMPO
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
16:00Z FM051600
+7h
VFR 190° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ATL
08L
26R ✈️
08R
26L ✈️
09L
27R ✈️
09R
27L ✈️
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 26R
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 90°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 26L
10,000 ft 150 ft CON 90°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 27R
11,890 ft 150 ft CON 90°
0.0 kt 5.0 kt
90° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 27L
9,001 ft 150 ft CON 90°
0.0 kt 5.0 kt
90° angle
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 90°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KATL

4,685 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.8%
MVFR
12.3%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
5.5%

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 7.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.4%
NE
4.5%
E
16.2%
SE
8%
S
8%
SW
11%
W
15.5%
NW
23.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.3°C
Range: -10°C to 33°C
-10°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.3%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08L/26R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,685 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KATL
IATA Code: ATL
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,026 ft MSL

Location

City: Atlanta
Country: US
Latitude: 33.636700°
Longitude: -84.428101°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 08L/26R
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 11,890 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 9,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Overview

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (KATL) is a major commercial airport serving Atlanta, Georgia. Located at 33.636700, -84.428101 with an elevation of 1,026 feet MSL, it is a critical transportation hub in the southeastern United States. The airport features five concrete runways ranging from 9,000 to 11,890 feet in length, supporting high-volume commercial and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

Atlanta's geographic location subjects KATL to variable weather conditions typical of the southeastern United States. Pilots should anticipate potential thunderstorm activity during summer months and occasional winter weather systems. The airport's substantial runway configuration allows for operational flexibility during changing meteorological conditions, with multiple runway options to accommodate wind variations.

Notable Features

The airport's five concrete runways provide extensive operational capacity, with lengths between 9,000 and 11,890 feet. Its substantial runway portfolio allows for simultaneous operations and provides alternatives during challenging weather scenarios. The elevation of 1,026 feet MSL indicates a moderate terrain environment that does not present significant altitude-related challenges for most aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests multiple approach options depending on prevailing wind conditions. The parallel runway configurations (08L/26R and 08R/26L, 09L/27R and 09R/27L) provide strategic wind management capabilities. Pilots should review current wind data to select the most appropriate runway for landing, utilizing the comprehensive runway options available at KATL.

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.