Jack Brooks Regional Airport

KBPT / BPT

Beaumont/Port Arthur, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 15:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
12 kt
160° G17 kt
10 SM
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBPT 101553Z 16012G17KT 10SM BKN026 31/25 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP154 T03110250

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 15 ft
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,615 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Jack Brooks Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 12 knots with gusts to 17 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 22 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 14:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (15 ft)
Pressure Alt
-68 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,856 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBPT 101428Z 1014/1112 14008KT P6SM VCSH SCT015 BKN150 TEMPO 1014/1016 6SM -SHRA BKN015 FM101600 15012G17KT P6SM SCT030 BKN250 FM110200 15007KT P6SM FEW250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
02:00Z FM110200
+10h
VFR 150° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BPT
12
30
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 6,750 ft 150 ft CON 120°
9.2 kt 7.7 kt
40° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
5,070 ft 150 ft PEM 166°
12.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBPT

9,042 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.3%
MVFR
20.1%
IFR
7.8%
LIFR
4.8%

Jack Brooks Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 11.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.5%
NE
9.6%
E
11.2%
SE
12.6%
S
29.1%
SW
6.6%
W
2.4%
NW
3.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.5°C
Range: -5°C to 34°C
-5°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3%
Fog Frequency: 9.3%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 9,042 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Jack Brooks Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBPT
IATA Code: BPT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 15 ft MSL

Location

City: Beaumont/Port Arthur
Country: US
Latitude: 29.950800°
Longitude: -94.020699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 6,750 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 5,070 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Jack Brooks Regional Airport

Overview

Jack Brooks Regional Airport serves the Beaumont/Port Arthur metropolitan area in southeast Texas, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Located at an elevation of 15 feet MSL, the airport offers two runways suitable for various aircraft operations, including the primary 6,750-foot concrete runway 12/30 and the 5,070-foot partially engineered material runway 16/34.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KBPT demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 73.2% of observations. Pilots should anticipate potential marginal conditions, as MVFR and IFR conditions occur in 21% of recorded observations. The airport experiences a temperature range from -2°C to 34°C, with prevailing southerly winds averaging 7.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 26 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location near the Gulf of Mexico influences its meteorological characteristics, with fog occurring in 11.8% of observations. Both runways demonstrate 100% wind compatibility, suggesting flexible operational capabilities. The low elevation and proximity to coastal terrain create potential for rapid weather changes and reduced visibility conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal visual flying conditions during autumn months (September, October, November), with consistently favorable wind alignments for both runways. Crosswind components remain relatively modest, averaging 5.3 knots for runway 12/30 and 4.2 knots for runway 16/34. Standard preflight weather briefings are crucial due to the potential for rapid meteorological transitions in this coastal environment.

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.